Braeval Distillery
- Chapeltown, Scotland
About Braeval Distillery
Established in 1973 as Braes of Glenlivet, Braeval distillery, situated in Chapeltown, Banffshire, has been a key player in the Scotch whisky industry. Owned by Chivas Brothers, it was originally constructed to supply malt for blends like Chivas Regal.
Nestled atop a mountain ridge in the heart of Speyside, Braeval holds the distinction of being Scotland’s highest distillery, sitting at an altitude of 350 meters. However, to avoid confusion with an unrelated single malt, the name was later changed.
Despite a brief closure in October 2002, Braeval resumed operations in July 2008. Notably, in 2017, the distillery marked a significant milestone with the release of its inaugural Braeval single malt expression.
Braeval Whisky Cask Ownership - The Facts
Founded: 1973
Region: Highland
Distillery Status: Working
Water Source: Preenie & Kate’s Well (distilling), Pitilie Burn (cooling water)
Braeval is a renowned distillery located in Scotland with a rich heritage in producing fine whiskies. The rarity and quality of their products makes them desirable to collectors and enthusiasts, only increasing their value over time.
Whisky typically gains value as it ages and matures in the cask. The longer it remains in the cask, the more it has the potential to develop complexity and depth of flavors. We offer cask purchase programs that allow you to select the type of cask and aging duration, providing you with control over the maturation process.
Buying a cask allows you to own a unique piece of Bladnoch’s Kirkcowan Spirit production and a part of Bladnoch’s history. As the availability of aged and limited-edition whiskies decreases over time, the scarcity of these bottles can drive up their value.
Whisky has experienced growing popularity worldwide, particularly with the rise of collectors and investors seeking alternative assets. If the demand for premium Scotch whisky remains strong or continues to increase, it could positively impact the investment potential of your Kirkcowan Spirit (Bladnoch) cask. Recently we have seen the price of a standard bottle of Bladnoch rise from £40 to £80.