Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask
Bruichladdich
£172
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Glen Spey |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.4% | 50.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £171.5 | £133.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask
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).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £172.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£171.5 vs £133.99)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£133.99 vs £171.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 46) - The Single Cask 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.
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
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