Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi) vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
Glen Elgin
£98
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi) | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Glen Spey |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.3% | 50.4% |
| Age | 20 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £97.71 | £133.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
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).
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi) is better value at £98 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£97.71 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 20 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £97.71)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi) 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
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