James Eadie's Trade Mark "X" vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
James Eadie's Trade Mark "X"
James Eadie
★ 4.50
£31
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| James Eadie's Trade Mark "X" | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | James Eadie | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.6% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £31 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
James Eadie's Trade Mark "X"
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
James Eadie's Trade Mark "X"
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
James Eadie's Trade Mark "X" is better value at £31 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
James Eadie's Trade Mark "X"
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31 vs £36.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 £31)
Who should buy James?
James Eadie's Trade Mark "X" suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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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