Amrut Intermediate Sherry

This is really unique whiskey. Those guys in Bangalore really got creative and turned the notion of cask finishing upside down. It's a pretty complex maturation. They first matured in bourbon casks, then shipped the spirit to Spain (why?!? seems more expensive...but, maybe to avoid contamination). Then the spirit was matured in sherry cask, on site in Spain. It was shipped back to Bangalore, India. Then matured in bourbon again. So...was this all worth it? In my humble opinion...YES. Nose is red fruits, like raspberry and strawberries. Taste doesn't let down...it's more of candy fruit and that house flavor of Amrut---licorice. And the finish is spicy cardamon and ginger...I almost felt as if I was having the typical chai we make at home every morning. This is really well made, and they went the distance in a complex maturing scheme. It also doesn't show it's youth. Maybe because the climate in Bangalore is close to 100 degrees all year, and maturation is faster. This feels more like a 15 year old. Highly recommended!

The alcohol strength comes out in the nose and this is a strong complex whiskey. After a few drops it mellows down and is very enjoyable .

Excellent sherry bomb done right. Good quality casks, barrell strength, good value for money. Tasty and complex. A worthy investment that can hang with some of the best scotches.

The nose doesn't show how lovely this whisky tastes full of dried fruits. The finish is sweet and warming with sweet oak lingering on the back palate for ages. Yuuuumm