Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Yamazaki Peated Malt Spanish Oak - Kimono Edition
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 Peated Malt Spanish Oak - Kimono Edition
Yamazaki
£399
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Yamazaki Peated Malt Spanish Oak - Kimono Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Peated Malt Spanish Oak - Kimono Edition
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yamazaki Peated Malt Spanish Oak - Kimono Edition
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 Peated Malt Spanish Oak - Kimono Edition is more approachable (60/100 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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yamazaki Peated Malt Spanish Oak - Kimono Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Peated Malt Spanish Oak - Kimono Edition 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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Only Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
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