Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
North British
★ 5.00
£177
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 53.7% |
| Age | NAS | 35 yr |
| Price | £180 | £177.31 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £177 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 £177.31)
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +More affordable (£177.31 vs £180)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — 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 North?
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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
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