Craigellachie 17 Year Old vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Craigellachie
★ 4.70
£115
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Craigellachie 17 Year Old | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Glen Spey |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.4% |
| Age | 17 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £114.95 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 4.70/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.70).
Craigellachie 17 Year Old is better value at £115 vs £134.
For beginners: Craigellachie 17 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£114.95 vs £133.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £114.95)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 17 Year Old 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
Only Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)