Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Bal Masque
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Bal Masque
The Lakes Distillery
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Bal Masque | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 54% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Bal Masque
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Bal Masque
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Bal Masque 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.99)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Bal Masque
Pros
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — 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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Bal Masque is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Bal Masque