Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Miltonduff-Glenlivet 14 Year Old 2008 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Edinburgh Exclusive (WM Cadenhead)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Miltonduff-Glenlivet 14 Year Old 2008 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Edinburgh Exclusive (WM Cadenhead)
Miltonduff
£160
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Miltonduff-Glenlivet 14 Year Old 2008 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Edinburgh Exclusive (WM Cadenhead) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Miltonduff |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 51.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £160 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Miltonduff-Glenlivet 14 Year Old 2008 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Edinburgh Exclusive (WM Cadenhead)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Miltonduff-Glenlivet 14 Year Old 2008 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Edinburgh Exclusive (WM Cadenhead)
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 £160.
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 £160)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
Miltonduff-Glenlivet 14 Year Old 2008 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Edinburgh Exclusive (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£160 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 Miltonduff-Glenlivet?
Miltonduff-Glenlivet 14 Year Old 2008 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Edinburgh Exclusive (WM Cadenhead) 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 Miltonduff-Glenlivet 14 Year Old 2008 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Edinburgh Exclusive (WM Cadenhead)