Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey vs Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Malones
★ 5.00
£40

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£30
| Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey | Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Malones | Master of Malt |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £29.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £40.
For beginners: Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £29.95)
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.95 vs £39.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Malones?
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
Only Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Only Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)