Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Benriach 11 Year Old (cask 196) - Dràm Mòr
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Benriach 11 Year Old (cask 196) - Dràm Mòr
Benriach
★ 5.00
£80
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Benriach 11 Year Old (cask 196) - Dràm Mòr | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Benriach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 58% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £69 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Benriach 11 Year Old (cask 196) - Dràm Mòr
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Benriach 11 Year Old (cask 196) - Dràm Mòr
Quick verdict
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is better value at £69 vs £80.
For beginners: Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£69 vs £79.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 11 Year Old (cask 196) - Dràm Mòr
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £69)
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 Benriach?
Benriach 11 Year Old (cask 196) - Dràm Mòr 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 Benriach 11 Year Old (cask 196) - Dràm Mòr