Ardmore 19 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 19 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£180
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
| Ardmore 19 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Barton Brands |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50.2% | 43% |
| Age | 19 yr | NAS |
| Price | £179.95 | £180 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 19 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Ardmore 19 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Quick verdict
Ardmore 19 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £180 vs £180.
For beginners: Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 19 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£179.95 vs £180)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £179.95)
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 19 Year Old - Batch 9 (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 Ardmore 19 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s