New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Mezcal Cask Cornish Blended Whisky, 70cl

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)Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Mezcal Cask Cornish Blended Whisky, 70cl
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyPocketful of Stones
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeRye
ABV55.6%40%
Age3 yrNAS
Price£39.95£43.99
Rating5.00/5

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

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Mezcal Cask Cornish Blended Whisky, 70cl

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Mezcal Cask Cornish Blended Whisky, 70cl

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).

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £44.

For beginners: New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 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 affordable (£39.95 vs £43.99)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Mezcal Cask Cornish Blended Whisky, 70cl

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£43.99 vs £39.95)
  • 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 Pocketful?

Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Mezcal Cask Cornish Blended Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedNew Wood

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

VanillaTobaccoHoney

Only Pocketful of Stones Hell's Stone Mezcal Cask Cornish Blended Whisky, 70cl

SmokeyOld Wood

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