Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Black Gate
★ 4.00
£130
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Black Gate |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Australia |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 3 yr |
| Price | £180 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £130 vs £180.
For beginners: Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £129.95)
Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£129.95 vs £180)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Black?
Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Only Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)