Robert Burnett Old Tom Gin / Bot.1947 vs Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Robert Burnett Old Tom Gin / Bot.1947
Robert Burnett
£175
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
| Robert Burnett Old Tom Gin / Bot.1947 | Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Robert Burnett | Barton Brands |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £175 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Robert Burnett Old Tom Gin / Bot.1947
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Robert Burnett Old Tom Gin / Bot.1947
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Robert Burnett Old Tom Gin / Bot.1947 is better value at £175 vs £180.
For beginners: Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Robert Burnett Old Tom Gin / Bot.1947
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +More affordable (£175 vs £180)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Challenging for beginners — intense and polarising
- −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 £175)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Robert?
Robert Burnett Old Tom Gin / Bot.1947 is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for 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 Robert Burnett Old Tom Gin / Bot.1947
Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s