Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Shizuoka Single Malt Prologue K and Prologue W / 2x20cl Single Whisky

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

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Shizuoka Single Malt Prologue K and Prologue W / 2x20cl Single Whisky
DistilleryGlen SpeyShizuoka
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV50.4%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£133.99£150
Rating5.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Shizuoka Single Malt Prologue K and Prologue W / 2x20cl Single Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Shizuoka Single Malt Prologue K and Prologue W / 2x20cl Single Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £150.

For beginners: Shizuoka Single Malt Prologue K and Prologue W / 2x20cl Single Whisky is more approachable (85/100 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 affordable (£133.99 vs £150)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water

Shizuoka Single Malt Prologue K and Prologue W / 2x20cl Single Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £133.99)
  • 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 Shizuoka?

Shizuoka Single Malt Prologue K and Prologue W / 2x20cl Single Whisky 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

Fresh FruitCitricVanilla

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

HoneyOld Wood

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