Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) vs Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Amrut
★ 5.00
£59
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Kilchoman
★ 5.00
£77
| Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) | Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Kilchoman |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.8% | 56.9% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £59.27 | £77 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Quick verdict
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) is better value at £59 vs £77.
For beginners: Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£59.27 vs £77)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.8%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77 vs £59.27)
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) 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 Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength 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 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Only Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange