Choya Extra Shiso Umeshu Liqueur vs Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

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

Choya Extra Shiso Umeshu LiqueurSecret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryChoyaMaster of Malt
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS9 yr
Price£29.25£29.95
Rating5.00/5

Choya Extra Shiso Umeshu Liqueur

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Choya Extra Shiso Umeshu Liqueur

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Choya Extra Shiso Umeshu Liqueur is better value at £29 vs £30.

For beginners: Choya Extra Shiso Umeshu Liqueur is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Choya Extra Shiso Umeshu Liqueur

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.25 vs £29.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.95 vs £29.25)

Who should buy Choya?

Choya Extra Shiso Umeshu Liqueur suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Choya Extra Shiso Umeshu Liqueur

CitricFragant

Only Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

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