Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Intensity 10 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Intensity 10 Year Old
DistilleryBraeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)Intensity
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.7%50%
Age9 yr10 yr
Price£49.95£44.95
Rating5.00/54.38/5

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

Intensity 10 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner75/100
Value97/100

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Intensity 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.38).

Intensity 10 Year Old is better value at £45 vs £50.

For beginners: Intensity 10 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £44.95)

Intensity 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £49.95)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Intensity?

Intensity 10 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitHoney

Only Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

ChocolateOily

Only Intensity 10 Year Old

TobaccoOld Wood

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