Clement Rhum Vieux Cuvee Elixir Single Traditional Column Still Rum vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Clement Rhum Vieux Cuvee Elixir Single Traditional Column Still RumGlen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
DistilleryClementGlen Spey
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%50.4%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£112£133.99
Rating5.00/5

Clement Rhum Vieux Cuvee Elixir Single Traditional Column Still Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Clement Rhum Vieux Cuvee Elixir Single Traditional Column Still Rum

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 0.00).

Clement Rhum Vieux Cuvee Elixir Single Traditional Column Still Rum is better value at £112 vs £134.

For beginners: Clement Rhum Vieux Cuvee Elixir Single Traditional Column Still Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Clement Rhum Vieux Cuvee Elixir Single Traditional Column Still Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£112 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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£133.99 vs £112)

Who should buy Clement?

Clement Rhum Vieux Cuvee Elixir Single Traditional Column Still Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Clement Rhum Vieux Cuvee Elixir Single Traditional Column Still Rum

TobaccoDried FruitNuttyToastedCooked Fruit

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaHoneyOld Wood

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