Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Loch Lomond Grainstorm

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

Ragtime Rye WhiskeyLoch Lomond Grainstorm
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeGrain
ABV45.2%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.99£31.95
Rating5.00/53.90/5

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Loch Lomond Grainstorm

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond Grainstorm

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.90).

Loch Lomond Grainstorm is better value at £32 vs £39.

For beginners: Loch Lomond Grainstorm is more approachable (75/100 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 £31.95)

Loch Lomond Grainstorm

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£31.95 vs £38.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.9 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond Grainstorm 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

Yeasty

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeToastedNutty

Only Loch Lomond Grainstorm

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

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