Turntable Whisky Collaboration Drop 3 with Amrut (53%)

Collaboration Drop 03 is not built around one dominant whisky, but around the way different styles complement each other while still retaining their own identity. For this release, Turntable Spirits brings together whisky from India and Scotland in a blend that constantly moves between fruit, spice and softer oak influences.

Amrut clearly forms the heart of the whisky. The first fill bourbon barrels contribute warm malt tones, honey and ripe apricot, giving the blend an immediate sense of vibrancy. Around this, Benriach matured in ex-Madeira barriques adds extra roundness through softer notes of butterscotch and ripe stone fruit, creating more depth without becoming heavy.

Tamdhu matured in second fill bourbon barrels keeps the whisky fresher and slightly tighter in structure. Notes of toasted almonds add definition and help balance the fruit-forward character of the blend. Cameronbridge grain whisky from second fill red wine casks ultimately softens the profile further, introducing subtle layers of banana and cinnamon that gradually emerge in the glass.

What makes this blend particularly interesting is the way it continues to evolve over time. Tropical fruit and honeyed notes appear first, before making room for nuttier tones, gentle spice and light oak influences. Despite the variety of cask types involved, nothing feels forced or exaggerated.

The finish remains warm and gently spiced, with soft oak, ripe fruit and cinnamon fading slowly into the background.