Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated
Loch Lomond
★ 4.12
£33
| Ragtime Rye Whiskey | Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Grain |
| ABV | 45.2% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £38.99 | £33 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.12/5 |
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.12).
Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated is better value at £33 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 £33)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£33 vs £38.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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 Peated suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Only Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated
Where to buy
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond Grainstorm Peated
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange