Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Glenburgie
★ 5.00
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glenburgie |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 46.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.74 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.74)
Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.74 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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.
Who should buy Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Glenburgie 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 11218) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)