Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sBreath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
DistilleryBarton BrandsAdelphi
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%55.2%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£180£155.21
Rating5.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£180 vs £155.21)

Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£155.21 vs £180)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Breath?

Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanillaHoney

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

TobaccoOily

Only Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)

Old Wood

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