Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky 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.

Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky
Mortlach
£235

Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £235 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky
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).
Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky is better value at £235 vs £299.
For beginners: Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£235 vs £299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £235)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach Midnight Dusk / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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