Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside WhiskyThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryGlen SpeyThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£89.75£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £90.

For beginners: Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.75 vs £84.9)
  • 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)
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £89.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Spey 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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 2009 / 12 Year Old / Hidden Spirits Speyside Whisky

HoneyFresh FruitCitricChocolateToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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