Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010 vs Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
Pulteney
£45
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£30
| Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010 | Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Master of Malt |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £44.98 | £29.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
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 £45.
For beginners: Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.98 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 £44.98)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
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Only Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
Only Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)