Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2004
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2004
The Glenlivet
£100
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2004 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £99.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2004
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2004
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2004 is better value at £100 vs £134.
For beginners: The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2004 is more approachable (90/100 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 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £99.99)
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2004
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 The?
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2004 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)