Bushmills Original (1L) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills Original (1L)
Bushmills
★ 5.00
£39
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Bushmills Original (1L) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £38.97 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills Original (1L)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Bushmills Original (1L)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is better value at £37 vs £39.
For beginners: Bushmills Original (1L) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Bushmills Original (1L)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£38.97 vs £36.5)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.5 vs £38.97)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills Original (1L) 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 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
Both taste of
Only Bushmills Original (1L)
Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
Bushmills Original (1L)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange