Question 1

What does Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) is characterised by Honey, Vanilla, Toasted, Sherried, Malt Extract notes. This single cask Speyside malt was distilled in December 1994 and aged for 22 years in bourbon wood, yielding just 205 bottles when bottled in July 2017. Braeval's restrained, elegant style develops considerable depth across two decades of maturation.

Question 2

Is Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) has some sweetness (63/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) costs £99.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 54.3% ABV, Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful)?

Accepted Answer

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) similar to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) costs £133.99 vs £99.95 for Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful).

Question 11

Is Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £99.95 for Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful).

Question 12

How does Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) compare to Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) and Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Braeval 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 165593) (Rest & Be Thankful) is sweet and approachable, while Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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