Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive

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

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky CompanyNew Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive
DistilleryThe Character of Islay Whisky CompanyNew Riff
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£5.33£6.75
Rating4.22/5

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (4.22 vs 0.00).

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is better value at £5 vs £7.

For beginners: New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
  • +More affordable (£5.33 vs £6.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£6.75 vs £5.33)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Aerolite?

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy New?

New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeathery

Only New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive

ToastedVegetative

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