Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (bottled 2015) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (bottled 2015) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Craigellachie
£42
| Ragtime Rye Whiskey | Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (bottled 2015) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.2% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £38.99 | £41.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (bottled 2015) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (bottled 2015) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is better value at £39 vs £42.
For beginners: Ragtime Rye Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 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 £41.83)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (bottled 2015) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.83 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (bottled 2015) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Only Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (bottled 2015) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)