Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Monkey Shoulder
★ 3.87
£31

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£30
| Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Monkey Shoulder | Master of Malt |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £30.95 | £29.95 |
| Rating | 3.87/5 | 5.00/5 |
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
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 3.87).
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £31.
For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£30.95 vs £29.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£29.95 vs £30.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Monkey?
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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