Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish 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.
Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey
Midleton
£475
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Irish | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £475 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish 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 £475.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£475 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 £475)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release / Bot.2019 Blended Irish Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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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