New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs War Eagle Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon 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
War Eagle Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
War Eagle
£36
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | War Eagle Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | War Eagle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £35.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
War Eagle Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
War Eagle Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon 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).
War Eagle Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £36 vs £40.
For beginners: War Eagle Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 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
- +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 £35.75)
War Eagle Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35.75 vs £39.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 War?
War Eagle Whiskey Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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