Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 8160) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sInvergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 8160) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
DistilleryBarton BrandsInvergordon
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedGrain
ABV43%48.9%
AgeNAS33 yr
Price£180£155.93
Rating5.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 8160) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 8160) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 8160) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) is better value at £156 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 £155.93)

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 8160) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£155.93 vs £180)

Cons

  • 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 Invergordon?

Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 8160) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoneyOily

Only Invergordon 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 8160) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

CitricSandyMalt ExtractOld Wood

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