Ardmore 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 9066) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,) vs Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 9066) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
Ardmore
£67
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£50
| Ardmore 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 9066) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,) | Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 57.7% |
| Age | 7 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 9066) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 9066) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 9066) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 9066) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,) 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 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ardmore 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 9066) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
Only Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)