New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye vs Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
New Riff
£102
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£72
| New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye | Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 53.4% |
| Age | 6 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £101.5 | £71.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £72 vs £102.
For beginners: Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£101.5 vs £71.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £101.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
Who should buy New?
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted 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 Deanston?
Deanston 19 Year Old - 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
Only New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
Only Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)