The Glendronach 12 Year Old vs Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

The Glendronach 12 Year OldTurntable Track 03: Purple Haze
DistilleryGlenDronachTurntable Spirits
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£51.95£69
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Glendronach 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner90/100
Value96/100

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

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

The Glendronach 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glendronach 12 Year Old is better value at £52 vs £69.

For beginners: The Glendronach 12 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

The Glendronach 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£51.95 vs £69)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£69 vs £51.95)

Who should buy The?

The Glendronach 12 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

SherriedHoneyVanilla

Only The Glendronach 12 Year Old

ChocolateDried Fruit

Only Turntable Track 03: Purple Haze

Cooked FruitToasted

Explore more