Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin
£252
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 46.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £299 | £251.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £252 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
- −More expensive (£299 vs £251.95)
Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£251.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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