Old Perth Number 7 Release vs Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Old Perth Number 7 ReleaseSecret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryOld PerthMaster of Malt
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
AgeNAS9 yr
Price£26.95£29.95
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 7 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 7 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Perth Number 7 Release is better value at £27 vs £30.

For beginners: Old Perth Number 7 Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Old Perth Number 7 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£26.95 vs £29.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.95 vs £26.95)

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Number 7 Release is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Secret?

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToasted

Only Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

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