Edradour 21 Year Old 2001 Oloroso Sherry Finish 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.
Edradour 21 Year Old 2001 Oloroso Sherry Finish
Edradour
£288
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Edradour 21 Year Old 2001 Oloroso Sherry Finish | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52.1% | 47.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £288 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 21 Year Old 2001 Oloroso Sherry Finish
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Edradour 21 Year Old 2001 Oloroso Sherry Finish
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).
Edradour 21 Year Old 2001 Oloroso Sherry Finish is better value at £288 vs £299.
For beginners: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Edradour 21 Year Old 2001 Oloroso Sherry Finish
Pros
- +More affordable (£288 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £288)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 21 Year Old 2001 Oloroso Sherry Finish 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.
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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