Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured vs Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750802) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Amrut
★ 5.00
£89
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750802) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Ardmore
£124
| Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured | Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750802) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Ardmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 51.7% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £88.99 | £123.71 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750802) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750802) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
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 £124.
For beginners: Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
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 £123.71)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750802) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£123.71 vs £88.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750802) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Only Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750802) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)