Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£159
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Deanston |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 50.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £159 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £159.
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
- +More affordable (£133.99 vs £159)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£159 vs £133.99)
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 Deanston?
Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured 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
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured