Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Saillt Mór 8 Year Old 2014 - Edition No.73A (Whisky Schwamm & Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Saillt Mór 8 Year Old 2014 - Edition No.73A (Whisky Schwamm & Decadent Drinks)
Destillerie Ralf Hauer
£118
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Saillt Mór 8 Year Old 2014 - Edition No.73A (Whisky Schwamm & Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Destillerie Ralf Hauer |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Germany |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 57.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £117.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Saillt Mór 8 Year Old 2014 - Edition No.73A (Whisky Schwamm & Decadent Drinks)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Saillt Mór 8 Year Old 2014 - Edition No.73A (Whisky Schwamm & Decadent Drinks)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Saillt Mór 8 Year Old 2014 - Edition No.73A (Whisky Schwamm & Decadent Drinks) is better value at £118 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 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £117.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Saillt Mór 8 Year Old 2014 - Edition No.73A (Whisky Schwamm & Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£117.95 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — 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 Saillt?
Saillt Mór 8 Year Old 2014 - Edition No.73A (Whisky Schwamm & Decadent Drinks) 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 Saillt Mór 8 Year Old 2014 - Edition No.73A (Whisky Schwamm & Decadent Drinks)