Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.) 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.
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£36
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
| Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.) | New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Rye |
| ABV | 45.7% | 55.6% |
| Age | NAS | 3 yr |
| Price | £36.37 | £39.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.)
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).
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £36 vs £40.
For beginners: Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.37 vs £39.95)
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 £36.37)
Who should buy Lowrie's?
Lowrie's Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
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