Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Brackla |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £159.34 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask is better value at £159 vs £220.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£159.34 vs £219.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£219.99 vs £159.34)
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask 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.
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange