Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory) 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.
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Inchgower
£50
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
| Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory) | New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 57.1% | 55.6% |
| Age | 13 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
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 0.00).
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 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 £49.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory) 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.
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 Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Only New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)