Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended 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.

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended WhiskySmooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
DistilleryVariousSmooth Ambler
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeBourbon
ABV40%47.1%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£237£299
Rating5.00/5

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value17/100

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky is better value at £237 vs £299.

For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£237 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 £237)

Who should buy Blended?

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended 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

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky

Cooked FruitHoney

Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release

Old WoodChocolateDried Fruit

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