Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
Lismore
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Lismore |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50.4% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Lismore?
Lismore 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1980s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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