Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Glenglassaugh
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 49.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 2009 (bottled 2018) - Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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