Linkwood 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.

Linkwood 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryLinkwoodNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.1%55.6%
Age11 yr3 yr
Price£32.95£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Linkwood 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
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

Linkwood 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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).

Linkwood 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £33 vs £40.

For beginners: Linkwood 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Linkwood 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£32.95 vs £39.95)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 3 years)

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£39.95 vs £32.95)

Who should buy Linkwood?

Linkwood 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Linkwood 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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

TobaccoNew Wood

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