Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 3.00
£100
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Glen Spey |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50.4% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)