Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 5642769) - The Octave (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
Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 5642769) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Laphroaig
£175
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 5642769) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 53% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £180 | £174.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 5642769) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 5642769) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 5642769) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £175 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 £174.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 5642769) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£174.5 vs £180)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 5642769) - The Octave (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
Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Only Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 5642769) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)