Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) vs Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach
£102
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Amrut
★ 5.00
£89
| Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) | Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Amrut |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.5% | 57.1% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £102.25 | £88.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured is better value at £89 vs £102.
For beginners: Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£102.25 vs £88.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£88.99 vs £102.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) 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 Amrut?
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Only Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Where to buy
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange