Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s
Cragganmore
£120
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Glen Spey |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £120 | £133.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s is better value at £120 vs £134.
For beginners: Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£120 vs £133.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £120)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s 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 Cragganmore 12 Year Old - 1980s
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)