New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
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
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
Benriach
★ 4.75
£32
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Benriach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 46% |
| Age | 3 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £31.64 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus is better value at £32 vs £40.
For beginners: New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 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 £31.64)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£31.64 vs £39.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Benriach?
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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