The Whisky Exchange Exclusive Scotch Whiskies Tasting Set / 6x3cl Single Whisky 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.

The Whisky Exchange Exclusive Scotch Whiskies Tasting Set / 6x3cl Single WhiskyNew York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryThe Perfect MeasureNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeRye
ABV40%55.6%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£49.95£39.95
Rating5.00/5

The Whisky Exchange Exclusive Scotch Whiskies Tasting Set / 6x3cl Single Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

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

The Whisky Exchange Exclusive Scotch Whiskies Tasting Set / 6x3cl Single Whisky

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 £50.

For beginners: The Whisky Exchange Exclusive Scotch Whiskies Tasting Set / 6x3cl Single Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Whisky Exchange Exclusive Scotch Whiskies Tasting Set / 6x3cl Single Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 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 £49.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water

Who should buy The?

The Whisky Exchange Exclusive Scotch Whiskies Tasting Set / 6x3cl Single Whisky 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only The Whisky Exchange Exclusive Scotch Whiskies Tasting Set / 6x3cl Single Whisky

Malt ExtractOld WoodFresh Fruit

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

VanillaTobaccoNew WoodHoney

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