Wild Turkey Straight Rye (40.5%) 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.
Wild Turkey Straight Rye (40.5%)
Wild Turkey
★ 3.75
£32
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
| Wild Turkey Straight Rye (40.5%) | New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Wild Turkey | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Rye | Rye |
| ABV | 40.5% | 55.6% |
| Age | NAS | 3 yr |
| Price | £31.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | 3.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Wild Turkey Straight Rye (40.5%)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Wild Turkey Straight Rye (40.5%)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
Wild Turkey Straight Rye (40.5%) is better value at £32 vs £40.
For beginners: Wild Turkey Straight Rye (40.5%) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Wild Turkey Straight Rye (40.5%)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.95 vs £39.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £31.95)
Who should buy Wild?
Wild Turkey Straight Rye (40.5%) 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.
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
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