Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£83
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 51.7% |
| Age | 22 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £83.15 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is better value at £83 vs £90.
For beginners: Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£83.15 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £83.15)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Braeval?
Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) 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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Braeval 1991 (bottled 2013) (cask 95119) - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)