Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£75
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Kilkerran
★ 5.00
£48
| Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland | Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Kilkerran |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 57.1% |
| Age | 23 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £74.81 | £47.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Quick verdict
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) is better value at £48 vs £75.
For beginners: Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£74.81 vs £47.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £74.81)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Braes?
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland 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 Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Only Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)