Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 53% |
| Age | 21 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
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 Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 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 Glenfarclas - Movember 2011