Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (55.9%)

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sDalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (55.9%)
DistilleryBarton BrandsDalmore
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%55.9%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£180£128.95
Rating5.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (55.9%)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (55.9%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (55.9%) is better value at £129 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 £128.95)

Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (55.9%)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£128.95 vs £180)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Dalmore?

Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (55.9%) 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

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoneyOily

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