Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon 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.
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
| Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Bourbon | Rye |
| ABV | 49.5% | 55.6% |
| Age | NAS | 3 yr |
| Price | £41.09 | £39.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £41.
For beginners: New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.09 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 £41.09)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
Who should buy Ezra?
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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
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