Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Highland Park 18 Year Old (cask 10854) - Old & Rare (Hunter 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
Highland Park 18 Year Old (cask 10854) - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)
Highland Park
£174
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Highland Park 18 Year Old (cask 10854) - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 51.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £174.02 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Highland Park 18 Year Old (cask 10854) - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Highland Park 18 Year Old (cask 10854) - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £174.
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 affordable (£133.99 vs £174.02)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 18 Year Old (cask 10854) - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£174.02 vs £133.99)
- −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 Highland?
Highland Park 18 Year Old (cask 10854) - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Highland Park 18 Year Old (cask 10854) - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)