Dalmore 18 Year Old - Vintage 1998 vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 18 Year Old - Vintage 1998
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£199
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Dalmore 18 Year Old - Vintage 1998 | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Glen Spey |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 50.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £199 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 18 Year Old - Vintage 1998
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Dalmore 18 Year Old - Vintage 1998
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £199.
For beginners: Dalmore 18 Year Old - Vintage 1998 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 18 Year Old - Vintage 1998
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £133.99)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£133.99 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 18 Year Old - Vintage 1998 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Dalmore 18 Year Old - Vintage 1998
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