Ragtime Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ragtime Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond
New York Distilling Company
★ 4.00
£43
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£43
| Ragtime Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond | TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New York Distilling Company | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 4 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ragtime Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ragtime Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £43.
For beginners: Ragtime Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ragtime Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (6 vs 4 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ragtime?
Ragtime Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond 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 TB/BSW?
TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond
Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)