Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) vs Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£134
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)
Walsh
£98
| Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) | Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Walsh |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50.4% | 53% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £133.99 | £98 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release) is better value at £98 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £98)
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£98 vs £133.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — 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 Writers?
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release) 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
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