New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka
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
Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka
Portobello Road
£30
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Portobello Road |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 55.6% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £29.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka is better value at £30 vs £40.
For beginners: Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka is more approachable (80/100 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 £29.75)
Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.75 vs £39.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Portobello?
Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Portobello Road Asparagus Vodka