Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double OakScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV56%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£48.25£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak is better value at £48 vs £56.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£48.25 vs £56.25)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (56%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £48.25)

Who should buy Ragtime?

Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey Double Oak

VanillaNew WoodHoneyToasted

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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