Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Hazelburn 13 Year Old 2007 - Oloroso Cask
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
Hazelburn 13 Year Old 2007 - Oloroso Cask
Springbank
£299
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Hazelburn 13 Year Old 2007 - Oloroso Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 50.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Hazelburn 13 Year Old 2007 - Oloroso Cask
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Hazelburn 13 Year Old 2007 - Oloroso Cask
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hazelburn 13 Year Old 2007 - Oloroso Cask 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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Hazelburn 13 Year Old 2007 - Oloroso Cask
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −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 Hazelburn?
Hazelburn 13 Year Old 2007 - Oloroso Cask is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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