Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Black Gate
£112
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Black Gate | Glen Spey |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.1% | 50.4% |
| Age | 3 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £111.95 | £133.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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).
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £112 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£111.95 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 3 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £111.95)
Who should buy Black?
Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Black Gate 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)