Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8687) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8687) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
DistilleryClynelishTurntable Spirits
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV53.6%46%
Age20 yrNAS
Price£89.38£69
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8687) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8687) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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 £89.

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

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8687) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.38 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 £89.38)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8687) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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

Sherried

Only Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8687) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Old WoodDried FruitChocolateLeathery

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

HoneyVanillaCooked FruitToasted

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