Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits) vs The Deveron 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)
North Star Spirits
£50
The Deveron 18 Year Old
The Deveron
★ 5.00
£63
| Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits) | The Deveron 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | The Deveron |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.3% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £62.94 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Deveron 18 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits) is better value at £50 vs £63.
For beginners: The Deveron 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £62.94)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£62.94 vs £49.95)
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Highland 15 Year Old 2009 (North Star Spirits) 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.
Who should buy The?
The Deveron 18 Year Old 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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