Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 3549375) Palo Cortado Finish - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 3549375) Palo Cortado Finish - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Auchentoshan
£98
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 3549375) Palo Cortado Finish - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Auchentoshan |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 53% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £97.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 3549375) Palo Cortado Finish - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 3549375) Palo Cortado Finish - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 3549375) Palo Cortado Finish - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £98 vs £134.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 3549375) Palo Cortado Finish - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (65/100 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 14 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £97.5)
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 3549375) Palo Cortado Finish - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£97.5 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — 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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 3549375) Palo Cortado Finish - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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