Edradour 10 Year Old 2001 (cask 499) - Un-Chillfilterred (Signatory) vs Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 10 Year Old 2001 (cask 499) - Un-Chillfilterred (Signatory)
Edradour
£44
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£50
| Edradour 10 Year Old 2001 (cask 499) - Un-Chillfilterred (Signatory) | Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £44.4 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 10 Year Old 2001 (cask 499) - Un-Chillfilterred (Signatory)
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2001 (cask 499) - Un-Chillfilterred (Signatory)
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).
Edradour 10 Year Old 2001 (cask 499) - Un-Chillfilterred (Signatory) is better value at £44 vs £50.
For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2001 (cask 499) - Un-Chillfilterred (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Edradour 10 Year Old 2001 (cask 499) - Un-Chillfilterred (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.4 vs £49.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £44.4)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2001 (cask 499) - Un-Chillfilterred (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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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