Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Linkwood
£53
| Ragtime Rye Whiskey | Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.2% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £38.99 | £53.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is better value at £39 vs £53.
For beginners: Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£38.99 vs £53.22)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£53.22 vs £38.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Only Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)