Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Penderyn 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 251) - Master of Malt Exclusive
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Penderyn 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 251) - Master of Malt Exclusive
Penderyn
★ 2.00
£108
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Penderyn 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 251) - Master of Malt Exclusive | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Penderyn |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Wales |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 59.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £108 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Penderyn 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 251) - Master of Malt Exclusive
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Penderyn 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 251) - Master of Malt Exclusive
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Penderyn 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 251) - Master of Malt Exclusive is better value at £108 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 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £108)
Penderyn 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 251) - Master of Malt Exclusive
Pros
- +More affordable (£108 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 Penderyn?
Penderyn 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 251) - Master of Malt Exclusive 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Penderyn 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 251) - Master of Malt Exclusive