New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyBusker
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeRyeIrish
ABV55.6%40%
Age3 yrNAS
Price£39.95£49.25
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey

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 £49.

For beginners: Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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 £49.25)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water

Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.25 vs £39.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Busker?

Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoney

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

New Wood

Only Busker Small Batch Single Malt Irish Whiskey Single Malt Irish Whiskey

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