Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Hakushu 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Hakushu 12 Year Old
Hakushu
★ 4.24
£150
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Hakushu 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Hakushu |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £180 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.24/5 |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Hakushu 12 Year Old
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Hakushu 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.24).
Hakushu 12 Year Old is better value at £150 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)
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £149.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Hakushu 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £180)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 Hakushu?
Hakushu 12 Year Old 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
Only Hakushu 12 Year Old