Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)
Blair Athol
★ 4.25
£35
| Ragtime Rye Whiskey | Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Blair Athol |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.2% | 55.7% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £38.99 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.25/5 |
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%) 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 £34.95)
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)
Pros
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £38.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Blair?
Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%) 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
Both taste of
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Only Blair Athol 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) (55.7%)