Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask vs Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Amrut
★ 5.00
£89
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Inchgower
★ 5.00
£99
| Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask | Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Inchgower |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 50% |
| Age | 4 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £88.78 | £99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask is better value at £89 vs £99.
For beginners: Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£88.78 vs £99)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 4 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£99 vs £88.78)
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask 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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Only Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange