CRN57 Vision Blended 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.

CRN57 Vision Blended MaltNew York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryGordon & MacPhailNew York Distilling Company
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltRye
ABV40%55.6%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£34.5£39.95
Rating5.00/5

CRN57 Vision Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

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

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

CRN57 Vision Blended Malt

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 0.00).

CRN57 Vision Blended Malt is better value at £35 vs £40.

For beginners: CRN57 Vision Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

CRN57 Vision Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£34.5 vs £39.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£39.95 vs £34.5)

Who should buy CRN57?

CRN57 Vision Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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

VanillaHoney

Only CRN57 Vision Blended Malt

Fresh FruitFragant

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

ToastedTobaccoNew Wood

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