MacNaMara Double Matured vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

MacNaMara Double MaturedRagtime Rye Whiskey
DistilleryPrában na LinneNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedRye
ABV40%45.2%
AgeNASNAS
Price£31.75£38.99
Rating5.00/55.00/5

MacNaMara Double Matured

Smoke0/100
Sweetness78/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

MacNaMara Double Matured

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

MacNaMara Double Matured is better value at £32 vs £39.

For beginners: MacNaMara Double Matured is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

MacNaMara Double Matured

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£31.75 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 £31.75)

Who should buy MacNaMara?

MacNaMara Double Matured 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 MacNaMara Double Matured

SherriedVanillaHoneyOily

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeToastedNuttyYeasty

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