Berry Bros. & Rudd Peated Cask Matured - The Classic Range vs Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Berry Bros. & Rudd Peated Cask Matured - The Classic RangeIndiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryBerry Bros. & RuddMaster of Malt
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV44.2%45%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£36.9£29.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Berry Bros. & Rudd Peated Cask Matured - The Classic Range

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value100/100

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Berry Bros. & Rudd Peated Cask Matured - The Classic Range

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £37.

For beginners: Berry Bros. & Rudd Peated Cask Matured - The Classic Range is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Berry Bros. & Rudd Peated Cask Matured - The Classic Range

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£36.9 vs £29.95)

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £36.9)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Berry?

Berry Bros. & Rudd Peated Cask Matured - The Classic Range 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.

Who should buy Indiana?

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToastedHoney

Only Berry Bros. & Rudd Peated Cask Matured - The Classic Range

Smokey

Only Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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