Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs New Zealand 22 Year Old 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1989
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£114
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | New Zealand 22 Year Old 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | The New Zealand Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | 22 yr |
| Price | £69 | £113.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1989
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1989
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 £114.
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 £113.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1989
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£113.95 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 New?
New Zealand 22 Year Old 1989 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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Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Only New Zealand 22 Year Old 1989