New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Pocketful of Stones Lost Mexican El Cafe Agave, 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)
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£40

Pocketful of Stones Lost Mexican El Cafe Agave, 70cl
Pocketful of Stones
£38
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Pocketful of Stones Lost Mexican El Cafe Agave, 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Pocketful of Stones |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £37.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pocketful of Stones Lost Mexican El Cafe Agave, 70cl
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pocketful of Stones Lost Mexican El Cafe Agave, 70cl
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pocketful of Stones Lost Mexican El Cafe Agave, 70cl is better value at £38 vs £40.
For beginners: Pocketful of Stones Lost Mexican El Cafe Agave, 70cl is more approachable (85/100 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 £37.5)
Pocketful of Stones Lost Mexican El Cafe Agave, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.5 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 Pocketful?
Pocketful of Stones Lost Mexican El Cafe Agave, 70cl 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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