Glen Scotia 18 Year Old vs Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
Glen Scotia
★ 3.56
£130
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
| Glen Scotia 18 Year Old | Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Glen Spey |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £129.95 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 3.56/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Scotia 18 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 3.56).
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old is better value at £130 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 18 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£129.95 vs £133.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.6 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 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £129.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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 Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)