Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Port Charlotte 14 Year Old 2002 - 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
Port Charlotte 14 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£122
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Port Charlotte 14 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 60.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £121.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Port Charlotte 14 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Port Charlotte 14 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 14 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £122 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 14 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £121.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 14 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£121.95 vs £133.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — 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 Port?
Port Charlotte 14 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Port Charlotte 14 Year Old 2002 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)