Amrut Two Continents 2nd Edition vs Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Amrut Two Continents 2nd Edition | Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Balblair |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £68.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Amrut Two Continents 2nd Edition
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Amrut Two Continents 2nd Edition
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Quick verdict
Amrut Two Continents 2nd Edition is better value at £60 vs £68.
For beginners: Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Amrut Two Continents 2nd Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £68.12)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.12 vs £59.95)
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut Two Continents 2nd Edition is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Amrut Two Continents 2nd Edition
Only Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Where to buy
Amrut Two Continents 2nd Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange