Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) vs Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl)
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
Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl)
Penderyn
★ 4.33
£28
| Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Penderyn |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Wales |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 41% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £29.95 | £27.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl)
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl)
Quick verdict
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl) is better value at £28 vs £30.
For beginners: Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl) is more approachable (90/100 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)
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.95 vs £27.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.9 vs £29.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Penderyn?
Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Only Penderyn Triple Pack (3 x 20cl)