Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured vs Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

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

Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask MaturedInvergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
DistilleryAmrutInvergordon
RegionHighland
CountryIndiaScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV57.1%49.5%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£88.99£116.95
Rating5.00/5

Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner55/100
Value56/100

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £117.

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 £116.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£116.95 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 Invergordon?

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured

SherriedMalt ExtractHoney

Only Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

ToastedOilyNuttyOld Wood

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