Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Linkwood
£45
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.1% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £44.95 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £45.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£44.95 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 £44.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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