Invergordon 45 Year Old 1973 (cask 15560) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) 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.
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1973 (cask 15560) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Invergordon
£248
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Invergordon 45 Year Old 1973 (cask 15560) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Grain | Bourbon |
| ABV | 51.7% | 47.1% |
| Age | 45 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £247.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1973 (cask 15560) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1973 (cask 15560) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
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).
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1973 (cask 15560) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) is better value at £248 vs £299.
For beginners: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1973 (cask 15560) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£247.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — 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 £247.95)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1973 (cask 15560) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) 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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Only Invergordon 45 Year Old 1973 (cask 15560) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release