Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Dalmore
★ 4.00
£168
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.7% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £180 | £168.29 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is better value at £168 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 £168.29)
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£168.29 vs £180)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) 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
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