Minor Case Straight Rye vs Filey Bay Porter Cask #2 English Single Malt Whisky

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

Minor Case Straight RyeFiley Bay Porter Cask #2 English Single Malt Whisky
DistilleryLimestone BranchFiley Bay
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeRye
ABV45%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£58.5£82.95
Rating5.00/5

Minor Case Straight Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner65/100
Value85/100

Filey Bay Porter Cask #2 English Single Malt Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Minor Case Straight Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Filey Bay Porter Cask #2 English Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Minor Case Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Minor Case Straight Rye is better value at £59 vs £83.

For beginners: Minor Case Straight Rye is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Minor Case Straight Rye

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£58.5 vs £82.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Filey Bay Porter Cask #2 English Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£82.95 vs £58.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Minor?

Minor Case Straight Rye 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 Filey?

Filey Bay Porter Cask #2 English Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Minor Case Straight Rye

SherriedNuttyDried Fruit

Only Filey Bay Porter Cask #2 English Single Malt Whisky

ToastedChocolateSmokeyOilyCooked Mash

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