Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs A Secret American Rye Distillery 6 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49

A Secret American Rye Distillery 6 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£35
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | A Secret American Rye Distillery 6 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Master of Malt |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Grain | Rye |
| ABV | 50% | 51.1% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £48.5 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
A Secret American Rye Distillery 6 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
A Secret American Rye Distillery 6 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
A Secret American Rye Distillery 6 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) is better value at £35 vs £49.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.5 vs £34.95)
A Secret American Rye Distillery 6 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £48.5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Who should buy A?
A Secret American Rye Distillery 6 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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