Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl
Wharf Distillery
£28

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Wharf Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £28 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl is better value at £28 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28 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 £28)
Who should buy Wharf?
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl 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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