Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39

Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain
Kilbeggan
★ 4.00
£36
| Ragtime Rye Whiskey | Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Kilbeggan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Ireland |
| Type | Rye | Grain |
| ABV | 45.2% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £38.99 | £35.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain is better value at £36 vs £39.
For beginners: Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain 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 £35.83)
Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35.83 vs £38.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Kilbeggan?
Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Only Kilbeggan 8 Year Old Single Grain