Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Pinot Noir Cask Finish 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 - Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Springbank
★ 5.00
£250
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Pinot Noir Cask Finish | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 53.1% | 47.1% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Quick verdict
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Pinot Noir Cask Finish is better value at £250 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 - Pinot Noir Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£250 vs £299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £250)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Longrow?
Longrow Red 11 Year Old - Pinot Noir Cask Finish 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 - Pinot Noir Cask Finish
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