Invergordon 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 5232695) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Invergordon 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 5232695) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
DistilleryInvergordonTurntable Spirits
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV55.4%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£50.95£69
Rating5.00/5

Invergordon 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 5232695) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Invergordon 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 5232695) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Invergordon 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 5232695) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £51 vs £69.

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

Invergordon 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 5232695) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£50.95 vs £69)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£69 vs £50.95)

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 5232695) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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

VanillaHoney

Only Invergordon 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 5232695) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

New WoodNuttyCitric

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SherriedCooked FruitToasted

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