The Glenlivet 12 Year Old vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
The Glenlivet
★ 3.95
£36
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| The Glenlivet 12 Year Old | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £36 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 3.95/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.95).
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old is better value at £36 vs £37.
For beginners: The Glenlivet 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36 vs £36.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £36)
Who should buy The?
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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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