Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls
DistilleryGlen SpeyTobermory
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.4%41%
Age21 yr18 yr
Price£133.99£100
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value37/100

Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls

Smoke68/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner65/100
Value50/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls is better value at £100 vs £134.

For beginners: Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£133.99 vs £100)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£100 vs £133.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Ledaig?

Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

CitricVanillaHoneyOld Wood

Only Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls

SmokeyCooked FruitOilyMedicinal

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