Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Highland Park 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10161) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10161) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
£103
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Highland Park 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10161) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.4% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £69 | £102.67 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10161) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10161) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £103.
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 £102.67)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10161) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£102.67 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 Highland?
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10161) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
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