Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #18+19) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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.

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #18+19) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistillerySignatoryNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV46%55.6%
Age13 yr3 yr
Price£45.95£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #18+19) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

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

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #18+19) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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 0.00).

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £46.

For beginners: Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #18+19) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #18+19) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 3 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.95 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 £45.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water

Who should buy Unnamed?

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #18+19) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 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

HoneyToasted

Only Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #18+19) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitOld Wood

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

VanillaTobaccoNew Wood

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