Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sHautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky
DistilleryBarton BrandsHautes Glaces
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£180£177
Rating5.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness25/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky is better value at £177 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 £177)

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£177 vs £180)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Hautes?

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

VanillaTobaccoHoneyOily

Only Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

FragantVegetativeYeasty

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