Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
DistilleryGlen SpeyMillstone Whisky
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandThe Netherlands
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.4%46%
Age21 yr12 yr
Price£133.99£110.7
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value37/100

Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner60/100
Value45/100

Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured is better value at £111 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 12 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£133.99 vs £110.7)

Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£110.7 vs £133.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Millstone?

Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaHoneyOld Wood

Only Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured

SherriedChocolateDried FruitNuttyToasted

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