Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Tobermory 17 Year Old 2004 Oloroso Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Tobermory 17 Year Old 2004 Oloroso Cask
Tobermory
£121
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Tobermory 17 Year Old 2004 Oloroso Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 55.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £121 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Tobermory 17 Year Old 2004 Oloroso Cask
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Tobermory 17 Year Old 2004 Oloroso Cask
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 17 Year Old 2004 Oloroso Cask is better value at £121 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 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £121)
Tobermory 17 Year Old 2004 Oloroso Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£121 vs £133.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 17 Year Old 2004 Oloroso Cask 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 Tobermory 17 Year Old 2004 Oloroso Cask