Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Scallywag's Finest 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 18193) Old Particular - 75th Anniversary (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
Scallywag's Finest 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 18193) Old Particular - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag
£110
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Scallywag's Finest 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 18193) Old Particular - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 48.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £110 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Scallywag's Finest 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 18193) Old Particular - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Scallywag's Finest 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 18193) Old Particular - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scallywag's Finest 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 18193) Old Particular - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) is better value at £110 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £110)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Scallywag's Finest 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 18193) Old Particular - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£110 vs £133.99)
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 Scallywag's?
Scallywag's Finest 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 18193) Old Particular - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Scallywag's Finest 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 18193) Old Particular - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)