Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
£72
| Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 48.4% |
| Age | 9 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £72.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £72.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £72.3)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£72.3 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)