New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch 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
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Monkey Shoulder
★ 3.87
£31
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Monkey Shoulder |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £30.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.87/5 |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.87).
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £31 vs £40.
For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 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 £30.95)
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£30.95 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 Monkey?
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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