Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky
DistilleryGlen SpeyHautes Glaces
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV50.4%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£133.99£177
Rating5.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value37/100

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness25/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £177.

For beginners: Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky is more approachable (65/100 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 affordable (£133.99 vs £177)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£177 vs £133.99)
  • 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 Hautes?

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky 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)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaHoneyOld Wood

Only Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

FragantVegetativeToastedYeasty

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