Amrut Naarangi vs Mortlach 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 2) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut Naarangi
Amrut
★ 4.60
£130
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 2) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Mortlach
£176
| Amrut Naarangi | Mortlach 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 2) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 50.4% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £129.99 | £175.95 |
| Rating | 4.60/5 | — |
Amrut Naarangi
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 2) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Amrut Naarangi
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 2) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Amrut Naarangi is rated higher (4.60 vs 0.00).
Amrut Naarangi is better value at £130 vs £176.
For beginners: Amrut Naarangi is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Amrut Naarangi
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More affordable (£129.99 vs £175.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 2) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£175.95 vs £129.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut Naarangi suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 2) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) 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 Naarangi
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