Four Roses Yellow Label 6 Year Old / Bot.1970s 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.
Four Roses Yellow Label 6 Year Old / Bot.1970s
Four Roses
£325
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Four Roses Yellow Label 6 Year Old / Bot.1970s | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Four Roses | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £325 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Four Roses Yellow Label 6 Year Old / Bot.1970s
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Four Roses Yellow Label 6 Year Old / Bot.1970s
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 £325.
For beginners: Four Roses Yellow Label 6 Year Old / Bot.1970s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Four Roses Yellow Label 6 Year Old / Bot.1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£325 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 £325)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Four?
Four Roses Yellow Label 6 Year Old / Bot.1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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Only Four Roses Yellow Label 6 Year Old / Bot.1970s
Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release