Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 48.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 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 Braeval?
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)