A Secret Speyside Distillery 11 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) vs The Feathery Blended Malt

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

A Secret Speyside Distillery 11 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)The Feathery Blended Malt
DistilleryMaster of MaltSpencerfield Spirit Co
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV43.4%40%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£34.95£38
Rating5.00/55.00/5

A Secret Speyside Distillery 11 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

The Feathery Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

A Secret Speyside Distillery 11 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Feathery Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

A Secret Speyside Distillery 11 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is better value at £35 vs £38.

For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

A Secret Speyside Distillery 11 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£34.95 vs £38)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Feathery Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£38 vs £34.95)

Who should buy A?

A Secret Speyside Distillery 11 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) 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.

Who should buy The?

The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoneyDried Fruit

Only A Secret Speyside Distillery 11 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)

VanillaToasted

Only The Feathery Blended Malt

ChocolateNutty

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