Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release vs Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish
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 Apple Brandy Cask Finish
Nikka
★ 5.00
£299
| Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Smooth Ambler | Nikka |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Japan |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 47% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish is better value at £299 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
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Yoichi Apple Brandy Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Apple Brandy Cask Finish 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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