Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 306193) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 306193) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Caol Ila
£165
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 306193) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 58.3% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £180 | £164.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 306193) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 306193) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 306193) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £165 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 £164.76)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 306193) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£164.76 vs £180)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 306193) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
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