Secret Orkney 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #15 (Signatory) 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.

Secret Orkney 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #15 (Signatory)New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistillerySignatoryNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV57.1%55.6%
Age14 yr3 yr
Price£46.95£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Secret Orkney 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #15 (Signatory)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness73/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

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

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

Secret Orkney 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #15 (Signatory)

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 0.00).

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £47.

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

Secret Orkney 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #15 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 3 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£46.95 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 £46.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Secret?

Secret Orkney 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #15 (Signatory) 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.

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

Honey

Only Secret Orkney 14 Year Old 2010 - 100 Proof Edition #15 (Signatory)

SherriedSmokeyOilyMedicinalCoal-gas

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

ToastedVanillaTobaccoNew Wood

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