Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glen Spey
£73
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 45% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £73 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £73 vs £85.
For beginners: Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£73 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £73)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 21/051) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old