Helsinki Whiskey Rye 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.

Helsinki Whiskey Rye MaltNew York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryHelsinki Distilling CompanyNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryFinlandAmerica
TypeRyeRye
ABV47.5%55.6%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£47.29£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Helsinki Whiskey Rye Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Helsinki Whiskey Rye 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).

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £47.

For beginners: New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Helsinki Whiskey Rye Malt

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£47.29 vs £39.95)
  • 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 affordable (£39.95 vs £47.29)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water

Who should buy Helsinki?

Helsinki Whiskey Rye Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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 WoodVanillaToasted

Only Helsinki Whiskey Rye Malt

Husky

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

TobaccoHoney

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