Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£97
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Glen Spey |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.4% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £96.67 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £97 vs £134.
For beginners: Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£96.67 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £96.67)
Who should buy Braes?
Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Both taste of
Only Braes Of Glenlivet 25 Year Old 1989 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)