Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sPappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
DistilleryBarton BrandsOld Rip Van Winkle
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeBlendedRye
ABV43%47.8%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£180£180
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner55/100
Value28/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is better value at £180 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Pappy?

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanilla

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

TobaccoHoneyOily

Only Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

Chocolate

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