Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£35
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £34.95 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is better value at £35 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £34.95)
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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