Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Aberlour 6 Year Old 2012 (Master of Malt)

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

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Aberlour 6 Year Old 2012 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryBraeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)Aberlour
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.7%46.9%
Age9 yr6 yr
Price£49.95£44.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Aberlour 6 Year Old 2012 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Aberlour 6 Year Old 2012 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Aberlour 6 Year Old 2012 (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £50.

For beginners: Aberlour 6 Year Old 2012 (Master of Malt) 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)
  • +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £44.95)

Aberlour 6 Year Old 2012 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £49.95)

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 Aberlour?

Aberlour 6 Year Old 2012 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Oily

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

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoney

Only Aberlour 6 Year Old 2012 (Master of Malt)

Fresh FruitNuttyMalt ExtractVanilla

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