Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)
Matthew Whiskey
£129
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Matthew Whiskey |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 54.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £128.92 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey) is better value at £129 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 £128.92)
Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)
Pros
- +More affordable (£128.92 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −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 Fermento?
Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey) 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
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)