The Quiet Man Blend vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Quiet Man Blend
The Quiet Man
★ 4.28
£33
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| The Quiet Man Blend | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Quiet Man | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £32.5 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 4.28/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Quiet Man Blend
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
The Quiet Man Blend
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.28).
The Quiet Man Blend is better value at £33 vs £37.
For beginners: The Quiet Man Blend is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Quiet Man Blend
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.5 vs £36.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
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)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £32.5)
Who should buy The?
The Quiet Man Blend 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