Noix de la Saint Jean Liqueur vs Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

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

Noix de la Saint Jean LiqueurSecret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryNoix de la Saint JeanMaster of Malt
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS9 yr
Price£27.25£29.95
Rating5.00/5

Noix de la Saint Jean Liqueur

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

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

Noix de la Saint Jean 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).

Noix de la Saint Jean Liqueur is better value at £27 vs £30.

For beginners: Noix de la Saint Jean Liqueur is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Noix de la Saint Jean Liqueur

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.25 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 £27.25)

Who should buy Noix?

Noix de la Saint Jean 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

Honey

Only Noix de la Saint Jean Liqueur

NuttyDried Fruit

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

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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