Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Irish Single Malt #2 29 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sIrish Single Malt #2 29 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBarton BrandsThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryAmericaIreland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%50.2%
AgeNAS29 yr
Price£180£286.95
Rating5.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Irish Single Malt #2 29 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Irish Single Malt #2 29 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £180 vs £287.

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Irish Single Malt #2 29 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£286.95 vs £180)
  • 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 Irish?

Irish Single Malt #2 29 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

ToastedVanillaTobaccoOily

Only Irish Single Malt #2 29 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitNutty

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