Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition 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.
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
Pulteney
£450
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 47.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £450 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
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 £450.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 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 £450)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 21 Year Old 1983 Limited Edition
Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release