Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s vs Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013)

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

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970sTomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013)
DistilleryBarton BrandsTomintoul
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
AgeNAS36 yr
Price£180£279.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

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

Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner70/100
Value14/100

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £180 vs £280.

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

Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£279.95 vs £180)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Tomintoul?

Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s

ToastedVanillaTobaccoOily

Only Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013)

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitNutty

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