Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Oban 10 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Oban 10 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Oban
★ 5.00
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Oban 10 Year Old (Special Release 2022) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Oban |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 57.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Oban 10 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Oban 10 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Quick verdict
Oban 10 Year Old (Special Release 2022) is better value at £100 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 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.99)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Oban 10 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — 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 Oban?
Oban 10 Year Old (Special Release 2022) 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.
Tasting notes
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