New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Strathisla 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800117 & 800118) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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
Strathisla 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800117 & 800118) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£40
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Strathisla 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800117 & 800118) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Strathisla |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 46% |
| Age | 3 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Strathisla 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800117 & 800118) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Strathisla 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800117 & 800118) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Strathisla 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800117 & 800118) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £40.
For beginners: Strathisla 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800117 & 800118) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
Strathisla 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800117 & 800118) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800117 & 800118) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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