Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) vs Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£30

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky
Label 5
★ 3.00
£26
| Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Label 5 |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £29.95 | £25.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky
Quick verdict
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky is better value at £26 vs £30.
For beginners: Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.95 vs £25.75)
Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£25.75 vs £29.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Label?
Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
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Only Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Only Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky