Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Caol Ila
£84
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.9% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £69 | £83.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
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 £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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69 vs £83.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£83.95 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi) 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
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