Singleton of Dufftown 1985 / 28 Year Old Speyside Whisky 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.
Singleton of Dufftown 1985 / 28 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Singleton of Dufftown
£250
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Singleton of Dufftown 1985 / 28 Year Old Speyside Whisky | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Singleton of Dufftown | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Singleton of Dufftown 1985 / 28 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Singleton of Dufftown 1985 / 28 Year Old Speyside Whisky
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).
Singleton of Dufftown 1985 / 28 Year Old Speyside Whisky is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Singleton of Dufftown 1985 / 28 Year Old Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Singleton of Dufftown 1985 / 28 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£250 vs £299)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £250)
Who should buy Singleton?
Singleton of Dufftown 1985 / 28 Year Old Speyside Whisky 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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