Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£110
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 19 yr |
| Price | £69 | £110 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is better value at £69 vs £110.
For beginners: Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69 vs £110)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£110 vs £69)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Turntable?
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Orkney?
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Only Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)