Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
Caol Ila
£75
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.2% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £69 | £74.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
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 £75.
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 £74.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£74.95 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 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits 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
Both taste of
Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Only Caol Ila 8 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits