Ardmore 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 801285) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 801285) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Ardmore
£106
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Ardmore 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 801285) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Glen Spey |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 50.4% |
| Age | 17 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £106 | £133.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 801285) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 801285) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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).
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 801285) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £106 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 801285) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£106 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £106)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 801285) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Ardmore 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 801285) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)