Ragtime Rye Whiskey vs Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

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

Ragtime Rye WhiskeyTeeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks
DistilleryNew York Distilling CompanyTeeling
Region
CountryAmericaIreland
TypeRyeBlended
ABV45.2%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.99£44.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

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

Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Ragtime Rye Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ragtime Rye Whiskey is better value at £39 vs £45.

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 £44.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.95 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 Teeling?

Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedNutty

Only Ragtime Rye Whiskey

VegetativeYeasty

Only Teeling Sommelier Selection - Douro Old Vines Casks

Cooked FruitSherriedTobacco

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