Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Glentauchers
£114
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glentauchers |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £114 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky is better value at £114 vs £134.
For beginners: Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky 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 £114)
Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£114 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside 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)
Only Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky