Glenallachie 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13309) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Glenallachie 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13309) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
DistilleryGlenAllachieTurntable Spirits
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV58.7%46%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£106.01£69
Rating5.00/5

Glenallachie 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13309) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Glenallachie 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13309) - The First Editions (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 £106.

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

Glenallachie 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13309) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£106.01 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 £106.01)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenallachie?

Glenallachie 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13309) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Glenallachie 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 13309) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Malt ExtractOld Wood

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SherriedCooked Fruit

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