Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Ben Nevis 20 Year Old 1997 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Ben Nevis 20 Year Old 1997 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Ben Nevis
£99
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Ben Nevis 20 Year Old 1997 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Ben Nevis |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £98.77 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Ben Nevis 20 Year Old 1997 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Ben Nevis 20 Year Old 1997 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ben Nevis 20 Year Old 1997 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing) is better value at £99 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £98.77)
Ben Nevis 20 Year Old 1997 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£98.77 vs £133.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Ben?
Ben Nevis 20 Year Old 1997 - Old Particular Consortium of Cards (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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