Both Barrels Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 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.

Both Barrels Blended Malt Scotch WhiskyNew York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryRockstar SpiritsNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltRye
ABV56%55.6%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£31.25£39.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Both Barrels Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Both Barrels Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Both Barrels Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £31 vs £40.

For beginners: Both Barrels Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Both Barrels Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£31.25 vs £39.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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)
  • +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 £31.25)

Who should buy Both?

Both Barrels Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 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 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

Both taste of

TobaccoHoney

Only Both Barrels Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

Only New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

ToastedVanillaNew Wood

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