Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Jameson Caskmates Stout EditionRagtime Rye Whiskey
DistilleryJamesonNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryIrelandAmerica
TypeBlendedRye
ABV40%45.2%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.95£38.99
Rating4.40/55.00/5

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition is better value at £28 vs £39.

For beginners: Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.95 vs £38.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£38.99 vs £27.95)

Who should buy Jameson?

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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

Toasted

Only Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

Cooked MashChocolateDried Fruit

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeNuttyYeasty

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