Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Wemyss Malts Spice King Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Ragtime Rye WhiskeyWemyss Malts Spice King Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanySpice King
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeRye
ABV45.2%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.99£39.25
Rating5.00/5

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Wemyss Malts Spice King Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Wemyss Malts Spice King Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is better value at £39 vs £39.

For beginners: Wemyss Malts Spice King Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 £39.25)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Wemyss Malts Spice King Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£39.25 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 Wemyss?

Wemyss Malts Spice King Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeNuttyYeasty

Only Wemyss Malts Spice King Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyDried Fruit

Explore more