Glen Spey 21 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Kilbeggan 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£120
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old
Kilbeggan
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Kilbeggan 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Kilbeggan |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.7% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £119.95 | £84.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old
Glen Spey 21 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £120.
For beginners: Kilbeggan 21 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£119.95 vs £84.78)
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.78 vs £119.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 21 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Kilbeggan?
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
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