Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 4.75
£109
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Turntable Spirits
★ 5.00
£69
| Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice | Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Turntable Spirits |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 54.9% | 46% |
| Age | 22 yr | NAS |
| Price | £108.89 | £69 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Quick verdict
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is better value at £69 vs £109.
For beginners: Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£108.89 vs £69)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69 vs £108.89)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1989 (cask 3926) - Mackillop's Choice 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
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