Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Speyburn 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 701503) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Speyburn 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 701503) - Mackillop's Choice
Speyburn
£133
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Speyburn 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 701503) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Speyburn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.1% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £180 | £133.34 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Speyburn 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 701503) - Mackillop's Choice
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Speyburn 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 701503) - Mackillop's Choice
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Speyburn 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 701503) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £133 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 £133.34)
Speyburn 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 701503) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +More affordable (£133.34 vs £180)
Cons
- −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 Speyburn?
Speyburn 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 701503) - Mackillop's Choice suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s