Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£35
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyburn
★ 5.00
£47
| Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) | Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Speyburn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 49.5% |
| Age | 8 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £34.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is better value at £35 vs £47.
For beginners: Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £46.95)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £34.95)
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) 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 Speyburn?
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of