Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's
Ardmore
£65
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Ardmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 59.4% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £69 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's
Quick verdict
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's is better value at £65 vs £69.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£69 vs £64.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £69)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's 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 Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's