Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 2 & 3) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 2 & 3) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze
DistilleryBunnahabhainTurntable Spirits
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age9 yrNAS
Price£57.95£69
Rating5.00/5

Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 2 & 3) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 2 & 3) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 2 & 3) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £58 vs £69.

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

Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 2 & 3) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£57.95 vs £69)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 £57.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Staoisha?

Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 2 & 3) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

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 Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 2 & 3) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokeyMedicinalLeatheryDried FruitOld Wood

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SherriedHoneyVanillaCooked FruitToasted

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