Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey 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.
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey
Jack Daniel's
£399
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jack Daniel's | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Tennessee | Bourbon |
| ABV | 45% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey
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 £399.
For beginners: Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 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 £399)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Tennessee 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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