Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) vs Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)Ragtime Rye Whiskey
DistilleryMurray McDavidNew York Distilling Company
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltRye
ABV46%45.2%
Age7 yrNAS
Price£55.84£38.99
Rating5.00/5

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is better value at £39 vs £56.

For beginners: Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£55.84 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 £55.84)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Peatside?

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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 Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

SmokeySherriedCooked FruitVanillaOily

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeToastedNuttyYeasty

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