Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old - 1990s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old - 1990s
Bunnahabhain
£120
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old - 1990s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old - 1990s
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old - 1990s
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old - 1990s is better value at £120 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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £120)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old - 1990s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£120 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old - 1990s