Driftless Glen Small Batch 4 Year Old Rye 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.

Driftless Glen Small Batch 4 Year Old RyeNew York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryDriftless GlenNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeRye
ABV40%55.6%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£61.95£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Driftless Glen Small Batch 4 Year Old Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

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

Driftless Glen Small Batch 4 Year Old Rye

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).

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £62.

For beginners: Driftless Glen Small Batch 4 Year Old Rye is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Driftless Glen Small Batch 4 Year Old Rye

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£61.95 vs £39.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 affordable (£39.95 vs £61.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water

Who should buy Driftless?

Driftless Glen Small Batch 4 Year Old Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

New Wood

Only Driftless Glen Small Batch 4 Year Old Rye

Cooked VegetableHusky

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

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoney

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