Fary Lochan 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (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.

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
DistilleryFary LochanGlen Spey
RegionSpeyside
CountryDenmarkScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.9%50.4%
Age6 yr21 yr
Price£99.95£133.99
Rating5.00/5

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value37/100

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £134.

For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 6 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Fary?

Fary Lochan 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (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

Only Fary Lochan 6 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyVegetativeCooked Fruit

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaHoneyOld Wood

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