New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

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)Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyRoughstock
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeRyeWheat
ABV55.6%45%
Age3 yrNAS
Price£39.95£45.43
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £45.

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
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £45.43)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water

Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.43 vs £39.95)

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 Roughstock?

Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Wheat character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanillaHoney

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

TobaccoNew Wood

Only Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

Fresh FruitMalt Extract

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