Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Old Grand-Dad

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ragtime Rye WhiskeyOld Grand-Dad
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyOld Grand-Dad
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeRyeBourbon
ABV45.2%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.99£28.95
Rating5.00/54.10/5

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Old Grand-Dad

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Grand-Dad

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.10).

Old Grand-Dad is better value at £29 vs £39.

For beginners: Old Grand-Dad is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£38.99 vs £28.95)

Old Grand-Dad

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28.95 vs £38.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.1 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 Old?

Old Grand-Dad 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

Toasted

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeNuttyYeasty

Only Old Grand-Dad

VanillaHoneyChocolateMalt Extract

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