Portobello Road No.171 London Dry Gin vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Portobello Road No.171 London Dry Gin
Portobello Road
£29

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Portobello Road No.171 London Dry Gin | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Portobello Road | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £29.25 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Portobello Road No.171 London Dry Gin
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Portobello Road No.171 London Dry Gin
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Portobello Road No.171 London Dry Gin is better value at £29 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Portobello Road No.171 London Dry Gin
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.25 vs £36.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £29.25)
Who should buy Portobello?
Portobello Road No.171 London Dry Gin suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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