Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£300
| Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Master of Malt |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £350 | £299.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Quick verdict
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%) is better value at £300 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £299.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299.95 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Secret Islay Distillery 31 Year Old 1990 Single Cask (Master of Malt) (52.6%)