Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs North British 35 Year Old 1989 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
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
North British
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | North British |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 50.4% | 45.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (80/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.95)
North British 35 Year Old 1989 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −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 North?
North British 35 Year Old 1989 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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