Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Deanston 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Deanston 20 Year Old
Deanston
★ 5.00
£98
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Deanston 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Deanston |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 55.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £97.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Deanston 20 Year Old
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Deanston 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Deanston 20 Year Old is better value at £98 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £97.76)
Deanston 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£97.76 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
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 Deanston?
Deanston 20 Year Old 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
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