Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2020

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

Ragtime Rye WhiskeyScallywag The Winter Edition 2020
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyScallywag
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV45.2%52.6%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.99£49.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2020

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2020

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is better value at £39 vs £50.

For beginners: Ragtime Rye Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.99 vs £49.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2020

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £38.99)

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.

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2020 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeNuttyYeasty

Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2020

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

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