Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Forgotten Gems
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Forgotten Gems |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 50.4% | 54.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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 £99.95)
Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −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 Blended?
Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Blended Grain Scotch Whisky 36 Year Old - Forgotten Gems