Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glen Scotia 22 Year Old 1991 (The Nectar & The Whisky Agency)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Glen Scotia 22 Year Old 1991 (The Nectar & The Whisky Agency)
Glen Scotia
£125
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glen Scotia 22 Year Old 1991 (The Nectar & The Whisky Agency) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 50.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Scotia 22 Year Old 1991 (The Nectar & The Whisky Agency)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Scotia 22 Year Old 1991 (The Nectar & The Whisky Agency)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 22 Year Old 1991 (The Nectar & The Whisky Agency) is better value at £125 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 £124.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Scotia 22 Year Old 1991 (The Nectar & The Whisky Agency)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 22 Year Old 1991 (The Nectar & The Whisky Agency) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Glen Scotia 22 Year Old 1991 (The Nectar & The Whisky Agency)