Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old / Batch 3 Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old / Batch 3 Islay Whisky
Ardbeg
£200
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old / Batch 3 Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Ardbeg |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old / Batch 3 Islay Whisky
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old / Batch 3 Islay Whisky
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 £200.
For beginners: Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old / Batch 3 Islay Whisky 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 affordable (£133.99 vs £200)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old / Batch 3 Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£200 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 Ardbeg?
Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old / Batch 3 Islay Whisky 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 Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old / Batch 3 Islay Whisky