Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£97
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Caperdonich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 42.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 39 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £96.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £97 vs £134.
For beginners: Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £96.95)
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£96.95 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (39 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) 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)
Only Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)