Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Alistair Forfar
★ 3.00
£32
| Ragtime Rye Whiskey | Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Alistair Forfar |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Grain |
| ABV | 45.2% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £38.99 | £32.13 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) is better value at £32 vs £39.
For beginners: Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.99 vs £32.13)
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.13 vs £38.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ragtime?
Ragtime Rye Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Who should buy Strathcolm?
Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Only Strathcolm 8 Year Old (Alistair Forfar)