Mortlach 18 Year Old vs Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Mortlach
★ 3.21
£170
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
| Mortlach 18 Year Old | Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Barton Brands |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43.4% | 43% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £169.67 | £180 |
| Rating | 3.21/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.21).
Mortlach 18 Year Old is better value at £170 vs £180.
For beginners: Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 18 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£169.67 vs £180)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.2 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 £169.67)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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 Mortlach 18 Year Old
Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s