Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Allt-á-Bhainne 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 130002) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Allt-á-Bhainne 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 130002) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£96
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Allt-á-Bhainne 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 130002) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Allt-á-Bhainne |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £96.28 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Allt-á-Bhainne 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 130002) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Allt-á-Bhainne 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 130002) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Allt-á-Bhainne 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 130002) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is better value at £96 vs £134.
For beginners: Allt-á-Bhainne 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 130002) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (65/100 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 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £96.28)
Allt-á-Bhainne 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 130002) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +More affordable (£96.28 vs £133.99)
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 Allt-á-Bhainne?
Allt-á-Bhainne 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 130002) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
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