Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Tomatin 45 Year Old 1967 (cask 9315) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Barton Brands
★ 5.00
£180
Tomatin 45 Year Old 1967 (cask 9315) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£228
| Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s | Tomatin 45 Year Old 1967 (cask 9315) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Brands | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51.6% |
| Age | NAS | 45 yr |
| Price | £180 | £227.7 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Tomatin 45 Year Old 1967 (cask 9315) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Tomatin 45 Year Old 1967 (cask 9315) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £180 vs £228.
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
- +More affordable (£180 vs £227.7)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 45 Year Old 1967 (cask 9315) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£227.7 vs £180)
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 45 Year Old 1967 (cask 9315) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) 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
Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s
Only Tomatin 45 Year Old 1967 (cask 9315) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)