Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (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.
Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cambus
★ 5.00
£99
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cambus | Glen Spey |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 50.4% |
| Age | 27 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £98.95 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £99 vs £134.
For beginners: Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£98.95 vs £133.99)
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 £98.95)
Who should buy Cambus?
Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Cambus 27 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)