Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Yamazaki Smoky Batch (Second Edition)
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
Yamazaki Smoky Batch (Second Edition)
Yamazaki
£299
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Yamazaki Smoky Batch (Second Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Japan |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yamazaki Smoky Batch (Second Edition)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yamazaki Smoky Batch (Second Edition)
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki Smoky Batch (Second Edition) 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).
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yamazaki Smoky Batch (Second Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Smoky Batch (Second Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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