New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Flor de Cana 12 Rum Single Modernist Rum
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)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
Flor de Cana 12 Rum Single Modernist Rum
Flor de Cana
£42
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Flor de Cana 12 Rum Single Modernist Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Flor de Cana |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £42.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Flor de Cana 12 Rum Single Modernist Rum
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Flor de Cana 12 Rum Single Modernist Rum
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 £42.
For beginners: Flor de Cana 12 Rum Single Modernist Rum 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 £42.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
Flor de Cana 12 Rum Single Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.25 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 Flor?
Flor de Cana 12 Rum Single Modernist Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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