Epidion 10 Year Old (40%) 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.
Epidion 10 Year Old (40%)
Epidion
★ 4.67
£38
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
| Epidion 10 Year Old (40%) | New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Epidion | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 40% | 55.6% |
| Age | 10 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £37.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Epidion 10 Year Old (40%)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Epidion 10 Year Old (40%)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Epidion 10 Year Old (40%) is better value at £38 vs £40.
For beginners: Epidion 10 Year Old (40%) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Epidion 10 Year Old (40%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.95 vs £39.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £37.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Epidion?
Epidion 10 Year Old (40%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Only Epidion 10 Year Old (40%)
Only New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)