Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky

Amrut at cask strength is not for the faint of heart, 62.8% turns up both the smoke and the intensity in this edition of the peated Indian classic.

Expert's description

Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky is a Peated Indian Single Malt Whisky matured in used bourbon casks and bottled at cask strength, 62.8%.

The high strength draws extra character out of the peated malt: sweetness, vanilla and leather from the bourbon casks followed by a solid dose of smoke. The whisky has scored 92 points in Jim Murray's Whisky Bible, underlining its standing.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is intense with peat smoke, leather and a sweetness of vanilla.

Palate

The palate is powerful with smoke, caramel and a touch of black pepper from the high alcohol strength.

Finish

The finish is long, warm and persistently peaty.

Specifications

Distillery: Amrut
Region/Country: Bangalore, India
Type: Peated Indian Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 62,8 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Used bourbon casks
Non-Chill Filtered: Yes
Natural Colour: Yes
EAN No.: 8901193002531

Flavour Profile

Peated · Cask strength · Spicy · Intense

Did you know?

Amrut Peated Cask Strength has scored 92 points in Jim Murray's respected Whisky Bible, one of the highest ratings an Indian whisky has received in that publication.

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Frequently asked questions about Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky

Is Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky peated?

Yes, Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky carries a clear smoky character from peated barley.

Should Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky be served neat or with ice?

A single ice cube softens the heat from the high alcohol strength and opens up the flavour, though the whisky can also be enjoyed neat in a tulip glass.

What is used bourbon casks?

It is the cask type Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky is matured in, leaving a clear mark on both colour and flavour.

Where does Amrut whisky come from?

Amrut is produced in India, where the tropical climate pushes the whisky through the cask quickly, giving it a mature character in just a few years.

What makes Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky special?

The combination of the Indian climate, selected barley and used bourbon casks creates a flavour profile you will not find in Scotch or Irish whisky.

Is Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky a good gift?

Yes, it combines Amrut's acclaimed style with a story about Indian whisky, making it a safe gift choice.