Old Monk The Legend Rum / Litre Single Modernist Rum vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Monk The Legend Rum / Litre Single Modernist Rum
Old Monk
£52
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Old Monk The Legend Rum / Litre Single Modernist Rum | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Monk | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £51.5 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Monk The Legend Rum / Litre Single Modernist Rum
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Old Monk The Legend Rum / Litre Single Modernist Rum
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is better value at £37 vs £52.
For beginners: Old Monk The Legend Rum / Litre Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Old Monk The Legend Rum / Litre Single Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.5 vs £36.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£36.5 vs £51.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Old?
Old Monk The Legend Rum / Litre Single Modernist Rum 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 Old Monk The Legend Rum / Litre Single Modernist Rum
Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old