Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old 1977 (cask 1121) - Signatory Vintage vs Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old 1977 (cask 1121) - Signatory Vintage
Dallas Dhu
£395
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old 1977 (cask 1121) - Signatory Vintage | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dallas Dhu | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 47.1% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £395 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old 1977 (cask 1121) - Signatory Vintage
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old 1977 (cask 1121) - Signatory Vintage
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
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 £395.
For beginners: Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old 1977 (cask 1121) - Signatory Vintage is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old 1977 (cask 1121) - Signatory Vintage
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£395 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £395)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Dallas?
Dallas Dhu 22 Year Old 1977 (cask 1121) - Signatory Vintage suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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.
Tasting notes
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