Tullibardine 29 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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.
Tullibardine 29 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Tullibardine
£258
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Tullibardine 29 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullibardine | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52.6% | 47.1% |
| Age | 29 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £258.36 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tullibardine 29 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Tullibardine 29 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
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).
Tullibardine 29 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is better value at £258 vs £299.
For beginners: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Tullibardine 29 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£258.36 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −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 £258.36)
Who should buy Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 29 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter 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.
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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