Glen Spey 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 2535) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 2535) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Glen Spey
£100
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| Glen Spey 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 2535) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.6% | 48% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £99.72 | £64.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 2535) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Glen Spey 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 2535) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £100.
For beginners: Glen Spey 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 2535) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 2535) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.72 vs £64.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £99.72)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 2535) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Spey 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 2535) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish