Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005

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

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005
DistilleryGlen SpeyJ and A Mitchell
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV50.4%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£133.99£125
Rating5.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005 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 £125)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£125 vs £133.99)

Cons

  • 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 Campbeltown?

Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaHoneyOld Wood

Only Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005

SmokeyToastedTobaccoOily

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