Macduff 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Macduff 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
DistilleryMacduffBarton Brands
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV50.2%43%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£129.95£180
Rating5.00/5

Macduff 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value28/100

Macduff 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Macduff 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £130 vs £180.

For beginners: Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Macduff 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£129.95 vs £180)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£180 vs £129.95)

Who should buy Macduff?

Macduff 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.

Who should buy Barton's?

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s 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.

Tasting notes

Only Macduff 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedDried FruitNuttyChocolate

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoneyOily

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