Loch Lomond Grainstorm vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Loch Lomond GrainstormRagtime Rye Whiskey
DistilleryLoch LomondNew York Distilling Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeGrainRye
ABV46%45.2%
AgeNASNAS
Price£31.95£38.99
Rating3.90/55.00/5

Loch Lomond Grainstorm

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Loch Lomond Grainstorm

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.90).

Loch Lomond Grainstorm is better value at £32 vs £39.

For beginners: Loch Lomond Grainstorm is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond Grainstorm

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£31.95 vs £38.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.9 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 £31.95)

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond Grainstorm is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Yeasty

Only Loch Lomond Grainstorm

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeToastedNutty

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