Writers Tears Double Oak vs New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Writers Tears Double OakNew York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryWalshNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryIrelandAmerica
TypeBlendedRye
ABV46%55.6%
Age11 yr3 yr
Price£47.5£39.95
Rating4.67/55.00/5

Writers Tears Double Oak

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value98/100

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Writers Tears Double Oak

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £48.

For beginners: Writers Tears Double Oak is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Writers Tears Double Oak

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 3 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£47.5 vs £39.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £47.5)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water

Who should buy Writers?

Writers Tears Double Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Who should buy New?

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only Writers Tears Double Oak

Cooked Fruit

Only New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

TobaccoNew Wood

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