Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) vs Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #16 (Signatory)

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

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #16 (Signatory)
DistilleryPenderynSignatory
Region
CountryWalesScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%57.1%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£54.9£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #16 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #16 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #16 (Signatory) is better value at £47 vs £55.

For beginners: Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.9 vs £46.95)

Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #16 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £54.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Penderyn?

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Secret?

Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #16 (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

VanillaToastedMalt Extract

Only Secret Speyside 13 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #16 (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

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