Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish 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.
Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish
Nikka
★ 5.00
£299
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 47% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish
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 better value at £299 vs £299.
For beginners: Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Yoichi?
Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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
Both taste of
Only Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish
Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release