Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope
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
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope
The Lakes Distillery
£299
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | England |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 59% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope is better value at £299 vs £299.
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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — may need water
- −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 The?
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Hope is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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