Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Liguria
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 Whiskymaker's Editions - Liguria
The Lakes Distillery
£399
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Liguria | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | England |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 46.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Liguria
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Liguria
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 £399.
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 £399)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Liguria
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Liguria suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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