New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Balblair 20 Year Old Cask 166 (Bladnoch) 35cl
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
Balblair 20 Year Old Cask 166 (Bladnoch) 35cl
Balblair
£31
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Balblair 20 Year Old Cask 166 (Bladnoch) 35cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Balblair |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 46% |
| Age | 3 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £31.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Balblair 20 Year Old Cask 166 (Bladnoch) 35cl
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Balblair 20 Year Old Cask 166 (Bladnoch) 35cl
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 20 Year Old Cask 166 (Bladnoch) 35cl is better value at £31 vs £40.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old Cask 166 (Bladnoch) 35cl 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 £31.45)
Balblair 20 Year Old Cask 166 (Bladnoch) 35cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.45 vs £39.95)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 3 years)
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 Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old Cask 166 (Bladnoch) 35cl 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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