Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Glenturret 15 Year Old 2004 (cask 13744) - 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
Glenturret 15 Year Old 2004 (cask 13744) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenturret
£103
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Glenturret 15 Year Old 2004 (cask 13744) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 48.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £102.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenturret 15 Year Old 2004 (cask 13744) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glenturret 15 Year Old 2004 (cask 13744) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenturret 15 Year Old 2004 (cask 13744) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £103 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 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £102.95)
Glenturret 15 Year Old 2004 (cask 13744) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£102.95 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Glenturret?
Glenturret 15 Year Old 2004 (cask 13744) - 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
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Glenturret 15 Year Old 2004 (cask 13744) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)