Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) vs Tullamore D.E.W Collector's Edition

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

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)Tullamore D.E.W Collector's Edition
DistilleryMaster of MaltTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%43%
Age9 yrNAS
Price£29.95£24.95
Rating5.00/54.50/5

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

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

Tullamore D.E.W Collector's Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore D.E.W Collector's Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Tullamore D.E.W Collector's Edition is better value at £25 vs £30.

For beginners: Tullamore D.E.W Collector's Edition is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.95 vs £24.95)

Tullamore D.E.W Collector's Edition

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.95 vs £29.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Tullamore?

Tullamore D.E.W Collector's Edition is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

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

Toasted

Only Tullamore D.E.W Collector's Edition

Citric

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