Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Balmenach 21 Year Old 1979 - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Balmenach 21 Year Old 1979 - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
Balmenach
£99
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Balmenach 21 Year Old 1979 - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Balmenach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £69 | £98.89 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Balmenach 21 Year Old 1979 - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Balmenach 21 Year Old 1979 - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
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 £99.
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 £98.89)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balmenach 21 Year Old 1979 - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£98.89 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 Balmenach?
Balmenach 21 Year Old 1979 - Jewels of Scotland (Lombard) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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