Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland
Glenturret
£481
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Glenturret |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 43.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £299 | £481.34 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland
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 £481.
For beginners: Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 affordable (£299 vs £481.34)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£481.34 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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