Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs A Secret Islay Distillery 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
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
A Secret Islay Distillery 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£300
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | A Secret Islay Distillery 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Master of Malt |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 50.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
A Secret Islay Distillery 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
A Secret Islay Distillery 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
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 £300.
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 £299.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
A Secret Islay Distillery 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299.95 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 A?
A Secret Islay Distillery 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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