Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel ReleaseMortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky
DistillerySmooth AmblerMortlach
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeBourbon
ABV47.1%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£299£235
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky is better value at £235 vs £299.

For beginners: Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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

  • More expensive (£299 vs £235)

Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£235 vs £299)
  • +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 Mortlach?

Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

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

VanillaOld WoodToastedChocolate

Only Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

SherriedCitricCooked Mash

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