Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Bakery Hill 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Bakery Hill 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bakery Hill Whisky Distiillery
£139
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Bakery Hill 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Bakery Hill Whisky Distiillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £138.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bakery Hill 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bakery Hill 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £139.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£133.99 vs £138.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bakery Hill 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£138.95 vs £133.99)
- −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 Bakery?
Bakery Hill 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Bakery Hill 5 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)