Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Glen Garioch
£121
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glen Garioch |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £121 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky is better value at £121 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 £121)
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£121 vs £133.99)
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 Glen?
Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Glen Garioch 2011 / 12 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / Cask #1332 /Berry Bros & Rudd Highland Whisky