Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£120
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 54.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 is better value at £120 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £120)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 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.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1