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Smooth Ambler Old Scout vs Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity
Put Smooth Ambler Old Scout next to Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity and you have a sourced, high-rye blend set against a blender-built, corn-forward bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Smooth Ambler Old Scout | Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | 5 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 99 proof (49.5% ABV) | 104 proof (52% ABV) +5 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$40 – $50 ~$60 less | ~$100 – $110 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
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Flavor Profile
Smooth Ambler Old Scout Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 5/7 sweetness: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10
fruit 5/7 fruit: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10
spice 7/6 spice: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 7 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 3 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 2 out of 10
oak 6/6 oak: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10
heat 6/6 heat: Smooth Ambler Old Scout 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Sweetness is where these two part ways.
- 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.
- 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.
Which One Should You Choose?
- 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.
- Go with Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity if you want an unusual, tropical-aged bourbon with creamy fruit and tobacco.
Best enjoyed neat, old-fashioned, cocktails (Smooth Ambler Old Scout); neat (Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity).