Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish
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 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£140
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 55.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £140 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is better value at £134 vs £140.
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
- +More affordable (£133.99 vs £140)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140 vs £133.99)
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 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Only Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish