Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
Tamdhu
£303
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Tamdhu |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 48.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £299 | £302.73 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
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 £303.
For beginners: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
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 £302.73)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£302.73 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 4126) - Mackillop's Choice suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
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