Braes of Glenlivet 28 Year Old 1994 (Cask 165616) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braes of Glenlivet 28 Year Old 1994 (Cask 165616) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£183
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Braes of Glenlivet 28 Year Old 1994 (Cask 165616) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 53.8% | 50.5% |
| Age | 28 yr | NAS |
| Price | £183.25 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braes of Glenlivet 28 Year Old 1994 (Cask 165616) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Braes of Glenlivet 28 Year Old 1994 (Cask 165616) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £150 vs £183.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Braes of Glenlivet 28 Year Old 1994 (Cask 165616) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£183.25 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £183.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Braes?
Braes of Glenlivet 28 Year Old 1994 (Cask 165616) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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.
Who should buy Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Braes of Glenlivet 28 Year Old 1994 (Cask 165616) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
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