Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 Sherry Project 1:3 vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 Sherry Project 1:3Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
DistillerySmögenTurntable Spirits
Region
CountrySwedenScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV53.7%46%
Age4 yrNAS
Price£90.39£69
Rating5.00/5

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 Sherry Project 1:3

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 Sherry Project 1:3

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 £90.

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

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 Sherry Project 1:3

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£90.39 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 £90.39)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Smögen?

Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 Sherry Project 1:3 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 Smögen 4 Year Old 2011 Sherry Project 1:3

SmokeyDried FruitChocolate

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

HoneyVanillaCooked FruitToasted

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