Campbeltown Loch Christmas 2022 vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Campbeltown Loch Christmas 2022Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
DistillerySpringbankGlen Spey
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%50.4%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£150£133.99
Rating2.00/55.00/5

Campbeltown Loch Christmas 2022

Smoke65/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner45/100
Value13/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value37/100

Campbeltown Loch Christmas 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £150.

For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Campbeltown Loch Christmas 2022

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £133.99)
  • Lower community rating (2.0 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 £150)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Campbeltown?

Campbeltown Loch Christmas 2022 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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

Only Campbeltown Loch Christmas 2022

SmokeyKipperyLeatheryToastedOily

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaHoneyOld Wood

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