Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Linkwood
£97
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £96.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £97 vs £134.
For beginners: Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (65/100 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 £96.95)
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +More affordable (£96.95 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 6713) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
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