Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025
Hampden
£122
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Hampden |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £122 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025 is better value at £122 vs £134.
For beginners: Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £122)
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£122 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Hampden?
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2025