New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65% vs The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65%The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
DistilleryNew RiffSliabh Liag
Region
CountryAmericaIreland
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV52.7%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£74.9£37.95
Rating5.00/5

New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65%

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65%

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £75.

For beginners: The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65%

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£74.9 vs £37.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£37.95 vs £74.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy New?

New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65% 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 The?

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 52.65%

ChocolateCooked FruitTobacco

Only The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokeyFresh Fruit

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