Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sBlack Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBarton BrandsBlack Gate
Region
CountryAmericaAustralia
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£180£129.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value31/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £130 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£180 vs £129.95)

Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£129.95 vs £180)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Black?

Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoneyOily

Only Black Gate 3 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedFresh FruitChocolateDried Fruit

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