Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky 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.
Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky
Glen Moray
£452
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £452 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky
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 £452.
For beginners: Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£452 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 £452)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky 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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Where to buy
Glen Moray 1990 / 31 Year Old / Blackadder Speyside Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange