Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) vs 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Kyrö Distillery Company
★ 4.60
£6
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
1512 Spirits
★ 3.75
£7
| Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) | 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kyrö Distillery Company | 1512 Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Finland | America |
| Type | Rye | Rye |
| ABV | 47.2% | 47% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £6 | £7.21 |
| Rating | 4.60/5 | 3.75/5 |
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Quick verdict
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is rated higher (4.60 vs 3.75).
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is better value at £6 vs £7.
For beginners: 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More affordable (£6 vs £7.21)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£7.21 vs £6)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 4.6)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kyrö?
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Who should buy 1512?
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) 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.
Tasting notes
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