A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) vs New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 4.40
£37
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
| A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) | New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 66% | 55.6% |
| Age | 9 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £36.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | 4.40/5 | 5.00/5 |
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is better value at £37 vs £40.
For beginners: New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£36.95 vs £39.95)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 3 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (66%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
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 £36.95)
Who should buy A?
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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.
Tasting notes
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