Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (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
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Ardmore
£39
| Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Ardmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £38.59 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £39 vs £50.
For beginners: Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £38.59)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£38.59 vs £49.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Ardmore 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 11094) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)