New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask
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
Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask
Jura
★ 4.36
£39
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Jura |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £38.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.36/5 |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.36).
Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask is better value at £39 vs £40.
For beginners: Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask 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 £38.5)
Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.5 vs £39.95)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 3 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 Jura?
Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask 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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