Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Cask 613) - The Single Cask
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
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Cask 613) - The Single Cask
Tobermory
£266
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Cask 613) - The Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 47% |
| Age | 12 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £299 | £265.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Cask 613) - The Single Cask
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Cask 613) - The Single Cask
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Cask 613) - The Single Cask is better value at £266 vs £299.
For beginners: Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Cask 613) - The Single Cask is more approachable (70/100 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
- −More expensive (£299 vs £265.95)
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Cask 613) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£265.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Cask 613) - The Single Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
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