New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
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
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
Aultmore
★ 4.00
£34
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Aultmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 43% |
| Age | 3 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £33.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage is better value at £34 vs £40.
For beginners: Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £33.95)
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.95 vs £39.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 3 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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