Jack Daniel's Holiday Select 2014 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 Holiday Select 2014
Jack Daniel's
★ 4.00
£299
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Jack Daniel's Holiday Select 2014 | 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 | 48% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Jack Daniel's Holiday Select 2014
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Jack Daniel's Holiday Select 2014
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 4.00).
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is better value at £299 vs £299.
For beginners: Jack Daniel's Holiday Select 2014 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Jack Daniel's Holiday Select 2014
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel's Holiday Select 2014 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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