Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 47.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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