Montebello 1998 / 23 Year Old / Guadeloupe / Edition #1 / Colours of Rum 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.
Montebello 1998 / 23 Year Old / Guadeloupe / Edition #1 / Colours of Rum
Montebello
£286
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Montebello 1998 / 23 Year Old / Guadeloupe / Edition #1 / Colours of Rum | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Montebello | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £286 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Montebello 1998 / 23 Year Old / Guadeloupe / Edition #1 / Colours of Rum
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Montebello 1998 / 23 Year Old / Guadeloupe / Edition #1 / Colours of Rum
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).
Montebello 1998 / 23 Year Old / Guadeloupe / Edition #1 / Colours of Rum is better value at £286 vs £299.
For beginners: Montebello 1998 / 23 Year Old / Guadeloupe / Edition #1 / Colours of Rum is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Montebello 1998 / 23 Year Old / Guadeloupe / Edition #1 / Colours of Rum
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£286 vs £299)
- +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 £286)
Who should buy Montebello?
Montebello 1998 / 23 Year Old / Guadeloupe / Edition #1 / Colours of Rum is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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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