New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend
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
Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend
Clontarf
★ 3.92
£29
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Clontarf |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Ireland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £29.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.92/5 |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.92).
Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend is better value at £29 vs £40.
For beginners: Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend is more approachable (85/100 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 £29.45)
Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.45 vs £39.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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 Clontarf?
Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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