Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Benriach 8 Year Old 2016 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
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
Benriach 8 Year Old 2016 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Benriach
£52
| Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Benriach 8 Year Old 2016 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Benriach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 47.5% |
| Age | 9 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £52.34 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benriach 8 Year Old 2016 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benriach 8 Year Old 2016 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
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 £52.
For beginners: Benriach 8 Year Old 2016 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 £52.34)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
Benriach 8 Year Old 2016 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.34 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Benriach?
Benriach 8 Year Old 2016 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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