Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Big Smoke 60
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£50
The Big Smoke 60
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£45
| Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Big Smoke 60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 60% |
| Age | 9 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £44.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Big Smoke 60
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Big Smoke 60
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 60 is better value at £45 vs £50.
For beginners: Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £44.83)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Big Smoke 60
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£44.83 vs £49.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
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 The?
The Big Smoke 60 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.
Tasting notes
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