Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£115
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 53.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £114.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured is better value at £115 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £114.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£114.95 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured 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 Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured