Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Invergordon
£130
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Invergordon |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 54.3% |
| Age | NAS | 34 yr |
| Price | £180 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £130 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 £129.95)
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£129.95 vs £180)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) 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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