Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£300
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Pittyvaich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.6% | 43% |
| Age | 31 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%) is better value at £300 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299.95 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £299.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%) 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.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna