Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Johnnie Walker Double Black
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
Johnnie Walker Double Black
Johnnie Walker
★ 3.93
£37
| Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Johnnie Walker Double Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.7% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £36.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.93/5 |
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Johnnie Walker Double Black
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Johnnie Walker Double Black
Quick verdict
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.93).
Johnnie Walker Double Black is better value at £37 vs £50.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Double Black is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £36.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Johnnie Walker Double Black
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.9 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Double Black suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Johnnie Walker Double Black