Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s
Alastair
£96
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Alastair |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £96 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s is better value at £96 vs £134.
For beginners: Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s is more approachable (75/100 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 £96)
Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£96 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 Grand?
Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Grand Alastair 5 Year Old Black Label - 1980s