Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134

Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Dailuaine
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Dailuaine |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 50.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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 £99.95)
Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −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 Dailuaine?
Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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
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Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Dailuaine 20 Year Old - Forgotten Gems