Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured vs Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Amrut
★ 5.00
£89
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Mortlach
£102
| Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured | Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 58.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £88.99 | £102.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
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 £102.
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 £102.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£102.25 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks) 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 Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2012 - Notable Age Statements (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange