Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Invergordon
£130
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Invergordon |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 50.4% | 54.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 34 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £130 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 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 £129.95)
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£129.95 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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