Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Linkwood 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 1827) - The Maltman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 1827) - The Maltman
Linkwood
£97
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Linkwood 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 1827) - The Maltman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 48.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £97.41 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 1827) - The Maltman
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 1827) - The Maltman
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 1827) - The Maltman is better value at £97 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £97.41)
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 1827) - The Maltman
Pros
- +More affordable (£97.41 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 1827) - The Maltman suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
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