Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs The Glendronach 12 Year Old

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

Turntable Track 03: Purple HazeThe Glendronach 12 Year Old
DistilleryTurntable SpiritsGlenDronach
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£69£51.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

The Glendronach 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner90/100
Value96/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Glendronach 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glendronach 12 Year Old is better value at £52 vs £69.

For beginners: The Glendronach 12 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£69 vs £51.95)

The Glendronach 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£51.95 vs £69)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 The?

The Glendronach 12 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoneyVanilla

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

Cooked FruitToasted

Only The Glendronach 12 Year Old

ChocolateDried Fruit

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