Ardmore 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 13770) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardmore 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 13770) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
DistilleryArdmoreTurntable Spirits
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV49.3%46%
Age20 yrNAS
Price£82.08£69
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 13770) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value72/100

Ardmore 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 13770) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £82.

For beginners: Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Ardmore 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 13770) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£82.08 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 £82.08)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 13770) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 13770) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)

SmokeyLeatheryDried FruitOld Wood

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SherriedHoneyVanillaCooked FruitToasted

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