Ardmore 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 706110) - Auld Goonsy's Malt vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 706110) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Ardmore
£73
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
| Ardmore 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 706110) - Auld Goonsy's Malt | Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Turntable Spirits |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £69 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 706110) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Ardmore 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 706110) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
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 £73.
For beginners: Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 706110) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £69)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69 vs £72.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 706110) - Auld Goonsy's Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Ardmore 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 706110) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze