New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2012
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
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2012
Pulteney
£48
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 46% |
| Age | 3 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £47.91 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2012
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2012
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 £48.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £47.91)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2012
Pros
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£47.91 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 Old?
Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2012 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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