Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Very Old Barton (45%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£30

Very Old Barton (45%)
Barton Distilling Company
£31
| Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Very Old Barton (45%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Barton Distilling Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Bourbon | Bourbon |
| ABV | 45% | 45% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £29.95 | £30.52 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Very Old Barton (45%)
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Very Old Barton (45%)
Quick verdict
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £31.
For beginners: Very Old Barton (45%) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£29.95 vs £30.52)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Very Old Barton (45%)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£30.52 vs £29.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Indiana?
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Who should buy Very?
Very Old Barton (45%) 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.
Tasting notes
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