Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£136
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Glen Elgin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.7% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £180 | £135.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £136 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
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £135.95)
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£135.95 vs £180)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
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