Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation 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
Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky
GlenAllachie
£99
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | GlenAllachie |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £98.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky is better value at £99 vs £134.
For beginners: Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 £98.95)
Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£98.95 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 Glenallachie?
Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation 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 Glenallachie 2012 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Cask 171841 / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky