Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila
£45
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
| Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) | Ragtime Rye Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 46% | 45.2% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £38.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is better value at £39 vs £45.
For beginners: Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £38.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£38.99 vs £44.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) 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 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
Only Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey