Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyburn
★ 5.00
£67
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Glenrothes
★ 5.00
£69
| Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Speyburn | Glenrothes |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 62.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £68.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £69.
For beginners: Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £68.82)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.82 vs £66.95)
Who should buy Speyburn?
Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Who should buy The?
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Speyburn 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)