Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11227) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11227) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
DistilleryClynelishBarton Brands
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV56.3%43%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£270£180
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11227) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11227) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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).

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £180 vs £270.

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

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11227) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£270 vs £180)
  • 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11227) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 11227) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitCooked Fruit

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

VanillaTobaccoHoneyOily

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