Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - The Chosen Few 'Mhairi McDonald' 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.
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - The Chosen Few 'Mhairi McDonald'
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£312
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - The Chosen Few 'Mhairi McDonald' | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46.3% | 47.1% |
| Age | 33 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £312 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - The Chosen Few 'Mhairi McDonald'
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - The Chosen Few 'Mhairi McDonald'
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 better value at £299 vs £312.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - The Chosen Few 'Mhairi McDonald' is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - The Chosen Few 'Mhairi McDonald'
Pros
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£312 vs £299)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £312)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - The Chosen Few 'Mhairi McDonald' suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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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