Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

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

Ragtime Rye WhiskeyJameson Caskmates Stout Edition
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyJameson
Region
CountryAmericaIreland
TypeRyeBlended
ABV45.2%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.99£27.95
Rating5.00/54.40/5

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition is better value at £28 vs £39.

For beginners: Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition is more approachable (85/100 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 £27.95)

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.95 vs £38.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 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 Jameson?

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeNuttyYeasty

Only Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

Cooked MashChocolateDried Fruit

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