Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Copper Dog

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

Ragtime Rye WhiskeyCopper Dog
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyCopper Dog
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV45.2%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.99£31.99
Rating5.00/53.73/5

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Copper Dog

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Copper Dog

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.73).

Copper Dog is better value at £32 vs £39.

For beginners: Copper Dog 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 £31.99)

Copper Dog

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£31.99 vs £38.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.7 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 Copper?

Copper Dog 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 Copper Dog

Malt ExtractHoneyVanilla

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