An Islay Kildalton Distillery 8 Year Old 2007 (cask SE060) - Svenska Eldvatten vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 8 Year Old 2007 (cask SE060) - Svenska Eldvatten
Svenska Eldvatten
£104
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| An Islay Kildalton Distillery 8 Year Old 2007 (cask SE060) - Svenska Eldvatten | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Svenska Eldvatten | Glen Spey |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 50.4% |
| Age | 8 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £104.26 | £133.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 8 Year Old 2007 (cask SE060) - Svenska Eldvatten
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 8 Year Old 2007 (cask SE060) - Svenska Eldvatten
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 8 Year Old 2007 (cask SE060) - Svenska Eldvatten is better value at £104 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 8 Year Old 2007 (cask SE060) - Svenska Eldvatten
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£104.26 vs £133.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £104.26)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy An?
An Islay Kildalton Distillery 8 Year Old 2007 (cask SE060) - Svenska Eldvatten 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.
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.
Tasting notes
Only An Islay Kildalton Distillery 8 Year Old 2007 (cask SE060) - Svenska Eldvatten
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)