Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Bunnahabhain
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 48.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £100 vs £134.
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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£99.95 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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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