Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Strathmill 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 804817) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 804817) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Strathmill
£88
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Strathmill 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 804817) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Strathmill |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £69 | £87.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 804817) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 804817) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £88.
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 £87.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 804817) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£87.99 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 Strathmill?
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 804817) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Only Strathmill 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 804817) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)