Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-149/-152/-178/-180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-149/-152/-178/-180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£49
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-149/-152/-178/-180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Signatory |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £60.45 | £48.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-149/-152/-178/-180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-149/-152/-178/-180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-149/-152/-178/-180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £49 vs £60.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £48.95)
Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-149/-152/-178/-180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£48.95 vs £60.45)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195-149/-152/-178/-180) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
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