Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Turntable Track 03: Purple HazeGlen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
DistilleryTurntable SpiritsGlen Garioch
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£69£111.05
Rating5.00/5

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value72/100

Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £111.

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 £111.05)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£111.05 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 Glen?

Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SherriedVanillaCooked FruitToasted

Only Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SmokeyOld WoodDried Fruit

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