Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
DistilleryConnemaraGlen Spey
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%50.4%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£195£133.99
Rating5.00/5

Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)

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).

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £195.

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

Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£195 vs £133.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 £195)

Cons

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

Who should buy Connemara?

Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single 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 Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)

SmokeyMedicinalOilyHay-like

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaHoneyOld Wood

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