Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Tamnavulin 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 700629) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
Tamnavulin 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 700629) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Tamnavulin
£48
| Ragtime Rye Whiskey | Tamnavulin 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 700629) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Tamnavulin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.2% | 59.4% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £38.99 | £47.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Tamnavulin 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 700629) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Tamnavulin 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 700629) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is better value at £39 vs £48.
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 £47.76)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tamnavulin 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 700629) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.76 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 Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 700629) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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