Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Yamazaki Limited Edition 2021
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
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2021
Yamazaki
£399
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Yamazaki Limited Edition 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Japan |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2021
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2021
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: Yamazaki Limited Edition 2021 is more approachable (85/100 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
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2021
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2021 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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