Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
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 Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£107
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | North of Scotland |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 50.4% | 52% |
| Age | 21 yr | 38 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £107.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £107 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £107.18)
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£107.18 vs £133.99)
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — 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 North?
North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only North Of Scotland 38 Years Old 1973 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)