Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12388) - Old Particular (Douglas 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
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12388) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne
£96
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12388) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glengoyne |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 49.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £95.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12388) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12388) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12388) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £96 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £95.76)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12388) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£95.76 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12388) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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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