Glen Scotia 12 Year Old vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glen Scotia 12 Year Old | Ragtime Rye Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 46% | 45.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £38.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old
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: Ragtime Rye Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange