Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) 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.
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Glen Elgin
£45
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
| Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) | New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 46% | 55.6% |
| Age | 9 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £44.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
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 0.00).
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £45.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £39.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £44.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) 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 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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