New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
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
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
£37
| New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 55.6% | 45.5% |
| Age | 3 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £36.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
New York Distilling Company Rye 3 Year Old 2016 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits is better value at £37 vs £40.
For beginners: Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits 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
- +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 £36.75)
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.75 vs £39.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 3 years)
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 Tarot?
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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