Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022 vs Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022
Loch Lomond
£215
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022 | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48.2% | 47.1% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £214.99 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022 is better value at £215 vs £299.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£214.99 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £214.99)
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 1999 – Open Course Collection 2022 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Smooth?
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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