Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Loch Lomond
£225
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46.7% |
| Age | NAS | 22 yr |
| Price | £180 | £225.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £180 vs £225.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£225.12 vs £180)
- −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 Loch?
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Only Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Where to buy
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange