Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£137
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 59.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £136.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £137.
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
- +More affordable (£133.99 vs £136.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£136.95 vs £133.99)
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 Tobermory?
Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Tobermory Heavily Peated 19 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)