1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof vs Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel ProofIndiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryJames E. Pepper & Co.Master of Malt
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeRyeBourbon
ABV57.3%45%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£43.4£29.95
Rating4.67/55.00/5

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value100/100

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £43.

For beginners: Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£43.4 vs £29.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £43.4)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy 1776?

1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Indiana?

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only 1776 Straight Rye Whiskey - Barrel Proof

New WoodCitric

Only Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

HoneyMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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