Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Arbikie 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 69) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Arbikie 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 69) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Arbikie
£112
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Arbikie 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 69) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Arbikie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 58.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £69 | £111.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Arbikie 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 69) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Arbikie 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 69) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 £112.
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 £111.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Arbikie 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 69) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£111.95 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 Arbikie?
Arbikie 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 69) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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