Amrut Single Malt – Intermediate Sherry
"According to Indian Mythology, when Gods and demons churned the oceans using the mountain Meru, a golden pot sprang out containing the Elixir of Life. That was called the 'Amrut' – he who drank would have eternal life."
Water from Himalayas – River Sutlej
Malting in Jaipur
Distillation and Maturation in Bangalore
Distillery produces 4 million cases of liquor a year
3 million - Brandy, Rum, Vodka, Gin
1 million - blended whisky
Only 10,000 cases are single malt
‘Intermediate’ means:
Initially matured in Virgin and ex-Bourbon casks
Then transferred into Sherry casks for one year (intermediate)
Finally returned back into ex-Bourbon casks
ABV 57.1%
Colour: Full Gold
Nose: Moist cake, molasses, fruity, ‘freshly waxed oak floor’, sherry, orange liqueur
Taste: Rich, creamy, sultana, spices, orange marmalade, Turkish delight?
With water: Warm toffee and caramel with a citrus fizz, spices – more water seems to give more of a citrus edge