Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sTullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
DistilleryBarton BrandsTullibardine
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%52.7%
AgeNAS17 yr
Price£180£155
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value28/100

Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner45/100
Value32/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) is better value at £155 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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£180 vs £155)

Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£155 vs £180)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.7%) — may need water

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 Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (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.

Tasting notes

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoneyOily

Only Tullibardine 17 Year Old 2006 - Edition No.79 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

SherriedDried FruitChocolateOld WoodCooked Fruit

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