Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Cardhu
★ 5.00
£84
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Cardhu |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £69 | £83.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Quick verdict
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is better value at £69 vs £84.
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 £83.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£83.9 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 Cardhu?
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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
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Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Only Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)