Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured vs Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Amrut
★ 5.00
£89
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Kilchoman
★ 5.00
£77
| Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured | Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Kilchoman |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 56.9% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £88.99 | £77 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Quick verdict
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is better value at £77 vs £89.
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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.99 vs £77)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£77 vs £88.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
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 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 Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Only Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange