Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

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

Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt WhiskyBenrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
DistilleryAmrutBenrinnes
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS24 yr
Price£167£117.35
Rating5.00/5

Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value43/100

Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £117 vs £167.

For beginners: Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£167 vs £117.35)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£117.35 vs £167)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Amrut?

Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Benrinnes?

Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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

Dried FruitVanilla

Only Amrut Double Cask / 3rd Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky

ChocolateTobaccoSherried

Only Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Malt ExtractHoneyToasted

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