Braeval 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mac-Talla Strata
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£123
Mac-Talla Strata
Mac-Talla
★ 5.00
£81
| Braeval 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mac-Talla Strata | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Mac-Talla |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.6% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £122.95 | £80.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braeval 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mac-Talla Strata
Braeval 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mac-Talla Strata
Quick verdict
Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £123.
For beginners: Braeval 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Braeval 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£122.95 vs £80.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mac-Talla Strata
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£80.95 vs £122.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Braeval?
Braeval 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Mac-Talla?
Mac-Talla Strata 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
Only Braeval 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Mac-Talla Strata