Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs West Midlands Distillery Bourbon Quarter Cask - Inaugural Release
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
West Midlands Distillery Bourbon Quarter Cask - Inaugural Release
West Midlands Distillery
£79
| Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | West Midlands Distillery Bourbon Quarter Cask - Inaugural Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | West Midlands Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 53.8% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £78.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
West Midlands Distillery Bourbon Quarter Cask - Inaugural Release
Braeval 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
West Midlands Distillery Bourbon Quarter Cask - Inaugural Release
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 £79.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £78.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
West Midlands Distillery Bourbon Quarter Cask - Inaugural Release
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£78.95 vs £49.95)
- −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 West?
West Midlands Distillery Bourbon Quarter Cask - Inaugural Release 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 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only West Midlands Distillery Bourbon Quarter Cask - Inaugural Release