Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sChivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l
DistilleryBarton BrandsChivas Regal
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV43%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£180£246.99
Rating5.00/54.29/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value17/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.29).

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £180 vs £247.

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

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£246.99 vs £180)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Chivas?

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanillaHoney

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

TobaccoOily

Only Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l

Malt Extract

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