Lower East Side Blended Malt vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Lower East Side
★ 5.00
£30
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
New York Distilling Company
★ 5.00
£39
| Lower East Side Blended Malt | Ragtime Rye Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lower East Side | New York Distilling Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 40% | 45.2% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £29.9 | £38.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Quick verdict
Lower East Side Blended Malt is better value at £30 vs £39.
For beginners: Lower East Side Blended Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Lower East Side Blended Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.9 vs £38.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ragtime Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.99 vs £29.9)
Who should buy Lower?
Lower East Side Blended Malt 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
Only Lower East Side Blended Malt
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey