Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) vs Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Invergordon
£130
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
| Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) | Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Barton Brands |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 54.3% | 43% |
| Age | 34 yr | NAS |
| Price | £129.95 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £130 vs £180.
For beginners: Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£129.95 vs £180)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £129.95)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) 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
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