Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
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
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£46
| Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.7% | 55% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £45.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Quick verdict
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is better value at £46 vs £50.
For beginners: Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £45.95)
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.95 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
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 Tullamore?
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix 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
Both taste of
Only Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix