Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Last Ward 2009 (Mount Gay) / 9 Year Old / Habitation Velier
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Last Ward 2009 (Mount Gay) / 9 Year Old / Habitation Velier
Mount Gay
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Last Ward 2009 (Mount Gay) / 9 Year Old / Habitation Velier | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Mount Gay |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Last Ward 2009 (Mount Gay) / 9 Year Old / Habitation Velier
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Last Ward 2009 (Mount Gay) / 9 Year Old / Habitation Velier
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Last Ward 2009 (Mount Gay) / 9 Year Old / Habitation Velier is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Last Ward 2009 (Mount Gay) / 9 Year Old / Habitation Velier is more approachable (80/100 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 £99.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Last Ward 2009 (Mount Gay) / 9 Year Old / Habitation Velier
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
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 Last?
Last Ward 2009 (Mount Gay) / 9 Year Old / Habitation Velier is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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