Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) vs Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso
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

Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso
Fernando de Castilla
£22
| Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Fernando de Castilla |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £29.95 | £22.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso
Quick verdict
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso is better value at £22 vs £30.
For beginners: Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso is more approachable (85/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.95 vs £22.25)
Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£22.25 vs £29.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Fernando?
Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Only Fernando de Castilla Classic Oloroso