Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£97
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Glen Spey |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.2% | 50.4% |
| Age | 39 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £96.95 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £97 vs £134.
For beginners: Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£96.95 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (39 vs 21 years)
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 £96.95)
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor) 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 Caperdonich 39 Year Old - Lonach (Duncan Taylor)
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)