Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured vs Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 18600604) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Amrut
★ 5.00
£89
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 18600604) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Bunnahabhain
£140
| Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured | Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 18600604) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 56.2% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £88.99 | £140 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 18600604) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 18600604) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £140.
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 £140)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 18600604) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140 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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 18600604) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
Both taste of
Only Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Only Bunnahabhain 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 18600604) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)