Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£33

Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
| Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) | Ragtime Rye Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 43% | 45.2% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £32.95 | £38.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Quick verdict
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) is better value at £33 vs £39.
For beginners: Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.95 vs £38.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.99 vs £32.95)
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
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.
Tasting notes
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Only Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey