Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 3.00
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Master of Malt |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 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)
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Blended?
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)