Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Yoichi 12 Year Old
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
Yoichi 12 Year Old
Yoichi
★ 4.00
£399
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Yoichi 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Yoichi |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Japan |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yoichi 12 Year Old
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yoichi 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is better value at £299 vs £399.
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 affordable (£299 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yoichi 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Yoichi?
Yoichi 12 Year Old 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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