Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L) vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£96
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L) | 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 | 19 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £96.24 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L) is better value at £96 vs £134.
For beginners: Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£96.24 vs £133.99)
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 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £96.24)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)