Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Tormore 33 Year Old 1990 (cask 1989) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
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
Tormore 33 Year Old 1990 (cask 1989) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Tormore
£414
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Tormore 33 Year Old 1990 (cask 1989) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Tormore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 49.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £299 | £413.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Tormore 33 Year Old 1990 (cask 1989) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Tormore 33 Year Old 1990 (cask 1989) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
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 £414.
For beginners: Tormore 33 Year Old 1990 (cask 1989) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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 affordable (£299 vs £413.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tormore 33 Year Old 1990 (cask 1989) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£413.95 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 Tormore?
Tormore 33 Year Old 1990 (cask 1989) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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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