Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze vs Smokehead High Voltage Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
Smokehead High Voltage Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Smokehead
£54
| Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | Smokehead High Voltage Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Turntable Spirits | Smokehead |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £69 | £53.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Smokehead High Voltage Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Smokehead High Voltage Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Smokehead High Voltage Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £54 vs £69.
For beginners: Smokehead High Voltage Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£69 vs £53.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Smokehead High Voltage Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £69)
Cons
- −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 Smokehead?
Smokehead High Voltage Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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
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