New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs May-Lóag Peated 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)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
May-Lóag Peated Irish Whiskey
May-Lóag
£33
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | May-Lóag Peated Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | May-Lóag |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Ireland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £32.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
May-Lóag Peated Irish Whiskey
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
May-Lóag Peated Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
May-Lóag Peated Irish Whiskey is better value at £33 vs £40.
For beginners: May-Lóag Peated 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £32.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
May-Lóag Peated Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.95 vs £39.95)
Cons
- −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 May-Lóag?
May-Lóag Peated Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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