Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Linkwood 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
Linkwood 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Linkwood
★ 4.00
£38
| Ragtime Rye Whiskey | Linkwood 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.2% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £38.99 | £37.58 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Linkwood 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Linkwood 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Linkwood 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory) is better value at £38 vs £39.
For beginners: Linkwood 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.99 vs £37.58)
Linkwood 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.58 vs £38.99)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory) 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 Linkwood 17 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)