Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712) vs Johnnie Walker Premier

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712)Johnnie Walker Premier
DistilleryAmrutJohnnie Walker
RegionOther Scotch
CountryIndiaScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV60%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£195£199
Rating5.00/5

Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Johnnie Walker Premier

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value25/100

Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Johnnie Walker Premier

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Johnnie Walker Premier is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712) is better value at £195 vs £199.

For beginners: Johnnie Walker Premier is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£195 vs £199)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Johnnie Walker Premier

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 vs £195)
  • 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 Johnnie?

Johnnie Walker Premier suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Amrut 2013 (bottled 2020) Peated Port Pipe (cask 2712)

SmokeyCooked FruitOilyMedicinal

Only Johnnie Walker Premier

SherriedOld WoodChocolateTobacco

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