Clan Denny Vatted Malt Scotch from Speyside 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.

Clan Denny Vatted Malt Scotch from SpeysideNew York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryDouglas LaingNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltRye
ABV46%55.6%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£33.45£39.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Clan Denny Vatted Malt Scotch from Speyside

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

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

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

Clan Denny Vatted Malt Scotch from Speyside

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clan Denny Vatted Malt Scotch from Speyside is better value at £33 vs £40.

For beginners: Clan Denny Vatted Malt Scotch from Speyside is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Clan Denny Vatted Malt Scotch from Speyside

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£33.45 vs £39.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +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 £33.45)

Who should buy Clan?

Clan Denny Vatted Malt Scotch from Speyside suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

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

HoneyToasted

Only Clan Denny Vatted Malt Scotch from Speyside

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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

VanillaTobaccoNew Wood

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