Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Johnnie Walker Quest
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
Johnnie Walker Quest
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£399
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Johnnie Walker Quest | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 47.1% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Johnnie Walker Quest
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Johnnie Walker Quest
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Quest 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
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Johnnie Walker Quest
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Quest suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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