Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
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
Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pittyvaich
£380
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Pittyvaich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 50.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £299 | £379.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
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 £380.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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 £379.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£379.95 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 Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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