Appleton 1998 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection 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.
Appleton 1998 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Appleton
£432
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Appleton 1998 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Appleton | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £432 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Appleton 1998 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Appleton 1998 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection
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).
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is better value at £299 vs £432.
For beginners: Appleton 1998 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Appleton 1998 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£432 vs £299)
- −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 affordable (£299 vs £432)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Appleton?
Appleton 1998 / 25 Year Old / Hearts Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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