Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
DistilleryCardhuTurntable Spirits
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV56%46%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£83.9£69
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value60/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is better value at £69 vs £84.

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

Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (56%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£83.9 vs £69)

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£69 vs £83.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Cardhu?

Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

Fresh FruitMalt ExtractNew Wood

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SherriedCooked FruitToasted

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