Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712) vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712)
Amrut
£195
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712) | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 24 yr |
| Price | £195 | £117.35 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £117 vs £195.
For beginners: Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£195 vs £117.35)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£117.35 vs £195)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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