Cooley 17 Year Old (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.
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cooley
★ 5.00
£99
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cooley | Glen Spey |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 50.4% |
| Age | 17 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £98.95 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £99 vs £134.
For beginners: Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£98.95 vs £133.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £98.95)
Who should buy Cooley?
Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
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Only Cooley 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)