Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 18146) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sFettercairn 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 18146) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryBarton BrandsFettercairn
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%48.4%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£180£157.31
Rating5.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 18146) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 18146) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 18146) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £157 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 £157.31)

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 18146) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£157.31 vs £180)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Fettercairn?

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 18146) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2004 (cask 18146) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SherriedCooked FruitDried FruitOld WoodLeathery

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