Nation of Scots vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Nation of Scots | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Annandale | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £26.15 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Nation of Scots
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Nation of Scots
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Nation of Scots is better value at £26 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Nation of Scots
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£26.15 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 £26.15)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Nation?
Nation of Scots suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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
Both taste of
Only Nation of Scots
Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
Nation of Scots
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange