Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey 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.

Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat WhiskeyNew York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryRoughstockNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeWheatRye
ABV45%55.6%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£45.43£39.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

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

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

Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

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 better value at £40 vs £45.

For beginners: Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.43 vs £39.95)

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

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £45.43)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water

Who should buy Roughstock?

Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Wheat 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

ToastedVanillaHoney

Only Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

Fresh FruitMalt Extract

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

TobaccoNew Wood

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