Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Loch Lomond
★ 4.50
£67
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
| Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) | Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Turntable Spirits |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.3% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £69 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Quick verdict
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) is better value at £67 vs £69.
For beginners: Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £69)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£69 vs £66.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Croftengea?
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) 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
Only Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze