Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£30

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £30.3 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing) is better value at £30 vs £37.
For beginners: Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£30.3 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £30.3)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing) 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 Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2007 - Single Minded (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange