Remy Martin Carte Blanche / Merpins Cellar 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.
Remy Martin Carte Blanche / Merpins Cellar Edition
Remy Martin
£420
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Remy Martin Carte Blanche / Merpins Cellar Edition | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Remy Martin | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £420 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Remy Martin Carte Blanche / Merpins Cellar Edition
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Remy Martin Carte Blanche / Merpins Cellar 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 £420.
For beginners: Remy Martin Carte Blanche / Merpins Cellar Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Remy Martin Carte Blanche / Merpins Cellar Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£420 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 £420)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Remy?
Remy Martin Carte Blanche / Merpins Cellar Edition 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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