Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Linkwood 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 7327) - Mackillop's Choice
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
Linkwood 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 7327) - Mackillop's Choice
Linkwood
£315
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Linkwood 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 7327) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 47.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £299 | £314.66 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Linkwood 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 7327) - Mackillop's Choice
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Linkwood 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 7327) - Mackillop's Choice
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 £315.
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 affordable (£299 vs £314.66)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 7327) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£314.66 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 7327) - Mackillop's Choice suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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