Imperial 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 7531) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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.
Imperial 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 7531) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Imperial
£300
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Imperial 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 7531) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Imperial | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 41.7% | 47.1% |
| Age | 30 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Imperial 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 7531) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Imperial 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 7531) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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 £300.
For beginners: Imperial 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 7531) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Imperial 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 7531) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£299.95 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 £299.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Imperial?
Imperial 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 7531) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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
Both taste of
Only Imperial 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 7531) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release