Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 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.
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Sauvignon Cask
J and A Mitchell
★ 4.11
£299
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Sauvignon Cask | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | J and A Mitchell | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52.1% | 47.1% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Sauvignon Cask
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Sauvignon Cask
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 4.11).
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is better value at £299 vs £299.
For beginners: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Sauvignon Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 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 Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Cabernet Sauvignon Cask
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