Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky

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

Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel ReleaseBlended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky
DistillerySmooth AmblerVarious
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeBourbon
ABV47.1%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£299£237
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended 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).

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky is better value at £237 vs £299.

For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended 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 £237)

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£237 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 Blended?

Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended 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

VanillaToasted

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

Old WoodChocolateDried Fruit

Only Blended Scotch Whisky 1989 / 34 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Blended Whisky

Cooked FruitHoney

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