Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£100
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | 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 | 48.4% | 50.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £133.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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).
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Who should buy Braeval?
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13507) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)