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Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity vs Smooth Ambler Old Scout
Put Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity next to Smooth Ambler Old Scout and you have a sourced, corn-forward blend set against a blender-built, high-rye bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity | Smooth Ambler Old Scout |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | 5 years |
| Proof | 104 proof (52% ABV) +5 proof | 99 proof (49.5% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$100 – $110 | ~$40 – $50 ~$60 less |
| Availability | Limited | Widely available easier to find |
- Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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Flavor Profile
Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity Smooth Ambler Old Scout
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 7/5 sweetness: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10, Smooth Ambler Old Scout 5 out of 10
fruit 7/5 fruit: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10, Smooth Ambler Old Scout 5 out of 10
spice 6/7 spice: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10, Smooth Ambler Old Scout 7 out of 10
nuttiness 2/3 nuttiness: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 2 out of 10, Smooth Ambler Old Scout 3 out of 10
oak 6/6 oak: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10, Smooth Ambler Old Scout 6 out of 10
heat 6/6 heat: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10, Smooth Ambler Old Scout 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Sweetness is where these two part ways.
- Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity: Jefferson's sent barrels to the Singapore jungle for a year and a half, and the humidity shows. It is creamy and fruit-heavy, with tobacco, leather and baking spice running underneath.
- Smooth Ambler Old Scout: Sourced MGP bourbon selected and bottled in West Virginia, and one of the more honest sourced brands about exactly what it is. The characteristic MGP dill-and-pepper signature, cleanly presented.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity if you want an unusual, tropical-aged bourbon with creamy fruit and tobacco.
- Go with Smooth Ambler Old Scout if you want the classic MGP high-rye profile from a bottler that has always been upfront about sourcing at a significantly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity); neat, old-fashioned, cocktails (Smooth Ambler Old Scout).