A Secret Speyside Distillery 8 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt) vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
A Secret Speyside Distillery 8 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 4.50
£30
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
| A Secret Speyside Distillery 8 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt) | Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Old Perth |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £29.95 | £28.94 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
A Secret Speyside Distillery 8 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
A Secret Speyside Distillery 8 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £30.
For beginners: A Secret Speyside Distillery 8 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
A Secret Speyside Distillery 8 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.95 vs £28.94)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£28.94 vs £29.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy A?
A Secret Speyside Distillery 8 Year Old 2014 (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.
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only A Secret Speyside Distillery 8 Year Old 2014 (Master of Malt)
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt