23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky vs Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky
23rd Street Distillery
£50

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£50
| 23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky | Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | 23rd Street Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 57.7% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky
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 £50.
For beginners: 23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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
Who should buy 23rd?
23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky 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 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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