Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
| Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Ragtime Rye Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Bourbon | Rye |
| ABV | 49.5% | 45.2% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £41.09 | £38.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Quick verdict
Ragtime Rye Whiskey is better value at £39 vs £41.
For beginners: Ragtime Rye Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.09 vs £38.99)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.99 vs £41.09)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ezra?
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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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