Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) vs Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
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
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Balblair
★ 4.00
£45
| Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Balblair |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 49.7% |
| Age | 9 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £29.95 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £45.
For beginners: Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
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 affordable (£29.95 vs £44.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £29.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Balblair?
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange