Islay Single Malt 27 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) 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.
Islay Single Malt 27 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£285
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Islay Single Malt 27 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 49.9% | 47.1% |
| Age | 27 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £285 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay Single Malt 27 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Islay Single Malt 27 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
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).
Islay Single Malt 27 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £285 vs £299.
For beginners: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Islay Single Malt 27 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£285 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £285)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Single Malt 27 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) 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
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Only Islay Single Malt 27 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
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