Highland Journey Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Highland Journey Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Hunter Laing
★ 3.33
£31

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Highland Journey Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hunter Laing | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.2% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £30.85 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 3.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Journey Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Highland Journey Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.33).
Highland Journey Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £31 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Highland Journey Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£30.85 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.3 vs 5.0)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £30.85)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Journey Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Mary?
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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