Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen SpeyCambus
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV50.4%48.3%
Age21 yr27 yr
Price£133.99£98.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value37/100

Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness88/100
Beginner75/100
Value51/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £99 vs £134.

For beginners: Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 £98.95)

Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£98.95 vs £133.99)

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 Cambus?

Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

VanillaHoneyOld Wood

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Fresh FruitCitric

Only Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Oily

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