Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Glen Spey
★ 4.75
£53
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£55
| Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 45.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £52.53 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £53 vs £55.
For beginners: Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£52.53 vs £54.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £52.53)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna 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 Single?
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)