Essentiae Liquore di Pruni (Wild Sloe Berries) 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.

Essentiae Liquore di Pruni (Wild Sloe Berries)New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryEssentiaeNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeRye
ABV40%55.6%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£29.95£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Essentiae Liquore di Pruni (Wild Sloe Berries)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

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

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

Essentiae Liquore di Pruni (Wild Sloe Berries)

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).

Essentiae Liquore di Pruni (Wild Sloe Berries) is better value at £30 vs £40.

For beginners: Essentiae Liquore di Pruni (Wild Sloe Berries) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Essentiae Liquore di Pruni (Wild Sloe Berries)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £39.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£39.95 vs £29.95)

Who should buy Essentiae?

Essentiae Liquore di Pruni (Wild Sloe Berries) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Only Essentiae Liquore di Pruni (Wild Sloe Berries)

Cooked FruitFresh FruitSweaty

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

ToastedVanillaTobaccoNew WoodHoney

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