Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs House Lannister & Lagavulin 9 Year Old - Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)House Lannister & Lagavulin 9 Year Old - Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection
DistilleryGlen SpeyLagavulin
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.4%46%
Age21 yr9 yr
Price£133.99£99.99
Rating5.00/54.40/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value37/100

House Lannister & Lagavulin 9 Year Old - Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner55/100
Value44/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

House Lannister & Lagavulin 9 Year Old - Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).

House Lannister & Lagavulin 9 Year Old - Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection is better value at £100 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 9 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.99)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

House Lannister & Lagavulin 9 Year Old - Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£99.99 vs £133.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 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 House?

House Lannister & Lagavulin 9 Year Old - Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaHoneyOld Wood

Only House Lannister & Lagavulin 9 Year Old - Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection

SmokeyMedicinalOilyDried FruitToasted

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