Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley vs Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Bruichladdich
★ 4.00
£186
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
| Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley | Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Barton Brands |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 61% | 43% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £185.99 | £180 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £180 vs £186.
For beginners: Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£185.99 vs £180)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Octomore?
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley 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 Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s