Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Benriach
£179
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Benriach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 50.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £178.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £179.
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 affordable (£133.99 vs £178.85)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£178.85 vs £133.99)
- −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 Benriach?
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish 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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Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish