Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£289
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Teeling
★ 5.00
£395
| Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Teeling |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.7% | 46% |
| Age | 30 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £289.31 | £395 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Quick verdict
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is better value at £289 vs £395.
For beginners: Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£289.31 vs £395)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 24 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£395 vs £289.31)
Who should buy Braes?
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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 Teeling?
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of