Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Peat Chimney 8 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

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

Ragtime Rye WhiskeyPeat Chimney 8 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyWemyss Malts
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV45.2%40%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£38.99£34.84
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Peat Chimney 8 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peat Chimney 8 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Peat Chimney 8 Year Old (Wemyss Malts) is better value at £35 vs £39.

For beginners: Ragtime Rye Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 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 £34.84)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Peat Chimney 8 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£34.84 vs £38.99)

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 Peat?

Peat Chimney 8 Year Old (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeNuttyYeasty

Only Peat Chimney 8 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)

SmokeyOilyLeathery

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