New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Secret Canadian Distillery 7 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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
Secret Canadian Distillery 7 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£35
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Secret Canadian Distillery 7 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Master of Malt |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Canada |
| Type | Rye | Corn |
| ABV | 55.6% | 51.9% |
| Age | 3 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Secret Canadian Distillery 7 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Secret Canadian Distillery 7 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Secret Canadian Distillery 7 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £35 vs £40.
For beginners: Secret Canadian Distillery 7 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £34.95)
Secret Canadian Distillery 7 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £39.95)
- +Longer maturation (7 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
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 Secret?
Secret Canadian Distillery 7 Year Old 2015 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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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