Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory) vs Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£49
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£30
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory) | Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Master of Malt |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £48.95 | £29.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory)
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory)
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £49.
For beginners: Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£48.95 vs £29.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £48.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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.
Tasting notes
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