Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Benriach
£179
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Benriach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50.3% |
| Age | NAS | 29 yr |
| Price | £180 | £178.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish is better value at £179 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 £178.85)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£178.85 vs £180)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — 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 Benriach?
Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish 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 Benriach 29 Year Old 1984 (cask 4051) Peated, Tawny Port Cask Finish