Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Old Perth The Original

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

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Old Perth The Original
DistilleryBraeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)Old Perth
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.7%46%
Age9 yrNAS
Price£49.95£35.95
Rating5.00/54.88/5

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

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

Old Perth The Original

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth The Original

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.88).

Old Perth The Original is better value at £36 vs £50.

For beginners: Old Perth The Original is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £35.95)

Old Perth The Original

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£35.95 vs £49.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth The Original suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

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

HoneyOily

Only Old Perth The Original

Old WoodToasted

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