New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Penderyn Myth (40%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40
Penderyn Myth (40%)
Penderyn
£35
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Penderyn Myth (40%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Penderyn |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Wales |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £35 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Penderyn Myth (40%)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Penderyn Myth (40%)
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Penderyn Myth (40%) is better value at £35 vs £40.
For beginners: Penderyn Myth (40%) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
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 £35)
Penderyn Myth (40%)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35 vs £39.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Penderyn?
Penderyn Myth (40%) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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