New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Sazerac Straight Rye
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
Sazerac Straight Rye
Sazerac
★ 4.38
£33
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Sazerac Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Sazerac |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Rye | Rye |
| ABV | 55.6% | 45% |
| Age | 3 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £33.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.38/5 |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Sazerac Straight Rye
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Sazerac Straight Rye
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.38).
Sazerac Straight Rye is better value at £33 vs £40.
For beginners: Sazerac Straight Rye 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £33.15)
Sazerac Straight Rye
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.15 vs £39.95)
- +Longer maturation (6 vs 3 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 Sazerac?
Sazerac Straight Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
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