Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4147) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4147) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£119
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4147) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58.5% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £119.31 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4147) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4147) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £119.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4147) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119.31 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £119.31)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Braeval?
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4147) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old 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 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4147) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old