Old Rhosdhu 29 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.67 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) vs Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Rhosdhu 29 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.67 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Loch Lomond
£284
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
| Old Rhosdhu 29 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.67 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) | Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Barton Brands |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.1% | 43% |
| Age | 29 yr | NAS |
| Price | £283.66 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Rhosdhu 29 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.67 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Old Rhosdhu 29 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.67 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
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 £284.
For beginners: Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Old Rhosdhu 29 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.67 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£283.66 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 Old?
Old Rhosdhu 29 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.67 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) 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 Old Rhosdhu 29 Year Old 1993 - Edition No.67 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s