New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs CEO Private Reserve 12 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky
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

CEO Private Reserve 12 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky
CEO
£41
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | CEO Private Reserve 12 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | CEO |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £40.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
CEO Private Reserve 12 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
CEO Private Reserve 12 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky
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 £41.
For beginners: CEO Private Reserve 12 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky 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 affordable (£39.95 vs £40.75)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
CEO Private Reserve 12 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£40.75 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 CEO?
CEO Private Reserve 12 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky 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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