Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£50
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Linkwood
£45
| Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £45.24 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £45 vs £50.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £45.24)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£45.24 vs £49.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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
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Only Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 33997 & 33998) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)