Clynelish 14 Year Old 1997(Cask 4704) - Boisdale Collection vs Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 14 Year Old 1997(Cask 4704) - Boisdale Collection
Clynelish
£52
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£50
| Clynelish 14 Year Old 1997(Cask 4704) - Boisdale Collection | Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.7% |
| Age | 14 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £51.58 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 14 Year Old 1997(Cask 4704) - Boisdale Collection
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Clynelish 14 Year Old 1997(Cask 4704) - Boisdale Collection
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £50 vs £52.
For beginners: Clynelish 14 Year Old 1997(Cask 4704) - Boisdale Collection is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 14 Year Old 1997(Cask 4704) - Boisdale Collection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.58 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £51.58)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 14 Year Old 1997(Cask 4704) - Boisdale Collection 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 Braeval?
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Tasting notes
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