Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11376) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11376) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryClynelishBraeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%57.7%
Age20 yr9 yr
Price£52.85£49.95
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11376) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11376) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £53.

For beginners: Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11376) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11376) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 9 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£52.85 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 £52.85)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.7%) — may need water

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11376) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (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

Both taste of

OilySherried

Only Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11376) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

LeatheryOld WoodTobacco

Only Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Dried FruitChocolateHoney

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