Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E) vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E)
Booker's
★ 4.70
£85
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
| Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E) | Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Booker's | Turntable Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 62.4% | 46% |
| Age | 7 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.95 | £69 |
| Rating | 4.70/5 | 5.00/5 |
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Quick verdict
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.70).
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is better value at £69 vs £85.
For beginners: Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (62.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£84.95 vs £69)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69 vs £84.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Booker's?
Booker's True Barrel Bourbon (Batch 2024-01E) 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.
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
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