Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Speyside Origin 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.
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Speyside Origin
Johnnie Walker
£43
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
| Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Speyside Origin | New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 42% | 55.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £43.27 | £39.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Speyside Origin
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Speyside Origin
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 £43.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Speyside Origin is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Speyside Origin
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 3 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.27 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 £43.27)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Speyside Origin suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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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