Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317285 & 317286) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317285 & 317286) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryBraeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)Mortlach
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.7%46%
Age9 yr11 yr
Price£49.95£42.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317285 & 317286) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317285 & 317286) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317285 & 317286) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £43 vs £50.

For beginners: Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317285 & 317286) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £42.95)

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317285 & 317286) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £49.95)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 9 years)

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 Mortlach?

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317285 & 317286) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

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

SherriedDried FruitChocolateOily

Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317285 & 317286) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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