New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Suntory Toki Gift Pack with Glass

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)Suntory Toki Gift Pack with Glass
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanySuntory
Region
CountryAmericaJapan
TypeRyeBlended
ABV55.6%43%
Age3 yrNAS
Price£39.95£28.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

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

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

Suntory Toki Gift Pack with Glass

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Suntory Toki Gift Pack with Glass

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Suntory Toki Gift Pack with Glass is better value at £29 vs £40.

For beginners: Suntory Toki Gift Pack with Glass is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£39.95 vs £28.95)

Suntory Toki Gift Pack with Glass

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28.95 vs £39.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Suntory?

Suntory Toki Gift Pack with Glass 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

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

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

ToastedTobaccoNew Wood

Only Suntory Toki Gift Pack with Glass

Fresh FruitCitricMalt Extract

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