The Legendary Dark Silkie Irish Whiskey 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.

The Legendary Dark Silkie Irish WhiskeyNew York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistillerySliabh LiagNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryIrelandAmerica
TypeBlendedRye
ABV46%55.6%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£42.5£39.95
Rating4.90/55.00/5

The Legendary Dark Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

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

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

The Legendary Dark Silkie Irish Whiskey

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 4.90).

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £43.

For beginners: New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The Legendary Dark Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.5 vs £39.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.9 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)
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £42.5)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Legendary Dark Silkie Irish Whiskey 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

Tobacco

Only The Legendary Dark Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokeySherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

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

ToastedVanillaNew WoodHoney

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