Amrut Single Malt Whisky Greedy Angels Chairman’s Reserve 8 Years Old - 50%
Rare and complex, Amrut Greedy Angels Chairman’s Reserve impresses connoisseurs worldwide
The Amrut 8 Years Old Greedy Angels Chairman’s Reserve is a commemorative release celebrating Amrut chairman Neelakanta Jagdale's 60th birthday, first introduced in 2013 and subsequently bottled in 2017. Its moniker, "Greedy Angels," alludes to the angels’ share, a term signifying the evaporation loss during whisky maturation. India's warm climate amplifies this effect, with Amrut experiencing up to a 15% angels’ share annually, far exceeding the norm in cooler climates like Scotland. Crafted from unpeated Indian barley and Scottish peated barley, this limited-edition single malt matures in hand-selected casks before bottling at 50% ABV. With only 1350 bottles in existence, each sip reveals a complexity of honey, vanilla, citrus, tropical fruits, and subtle peat, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship and exceptional quality emblematic of Amrut whiskies.
Tasting Notes
Sip smooth whisky, celebrate moments, elevate every occasion's spirit.
Nose
how odd: matured inland, yet distinctly coastal in its light saltiness. This sits wonderfully well with the most delicate of blood orange notes... which after a while sweetens towards a Jaffa cake middle. The spices hint and tease while the vanilla fades in and out, taking turns with thin ulmo honey: perfection;
Taste
Soft delivery with the accent at first jointly shared between the barley and vanilla, then the oak takes control moving towards a lightly spiced cocoa. Elsewhere a thin layer of ulmo honey secures the required sweetness;
Finish
Some tangy orange returns, a distant echo of spice hangs off the persistent barley oil;
High Quality Craftmanship
Amrut Distilleries has garnered international acclaim, receiving prestigious awards for its exceptional single malt whiskies. Renowned for innovation, quality, and a distinctive Indian character, Amrut has secured recognition at major spirits competitions, solidifying its status as a trailblazer in the world of whisky, earning admiration from connoisseurs globally.