The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope 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.
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope
The Lakes Distillery
£299
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 59% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope
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 £299.
For beginners: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — 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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope 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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