Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Hazelburn 14 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Hazelburn 14 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)
Springbank
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Hazelburn 14 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Springbank |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 49.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Hazelburn 14 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Hazelburn 14 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hazelburn 14 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl) 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 14 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.99)
Hazelburn 14 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl)
Pros
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Hazelburn?
Hazelburn 14 Year Old - Open Day 2023 (35cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)