Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Dalmore Dee Dram - The Rivers Collection 2010

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

Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel ReleaseDalmore Dee Dram - The Rivers Collection 2010
DistillerySmooth AmblerDalmore
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV47.1%40%
Age12 yr12 yr
Price£299£299
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Dalmore Dee Dram - The Rivers Collection 2010

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore Dee Dram - The Rivers Collection 2010

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Dalmore Dee Dram - The Rivers Collection 2010 is better value at £299 vs £299.

For beginners: Dalmore Dee Dram - The Rivers Collection 2010 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Dalmore Dee Dram - The Rivers Collection 2010

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +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 Dalmore?

Dalmore Dee Dram - The Rivers Collection 2010 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToastedDried Fruit

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

Old WoodChocolate

Only Dalmore Dee Dram - The Rivers Collection 2010

SherriedHoney

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