Bushmills Black Bush vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Bushmills Black Bush | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £26.95 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 4.45/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills Black Bush
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Bushmills Black Bush
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.45).
Bushmills Black Bush is better value at £27 vs £37.
For beginners: Bushmills Black Bush is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Bushmills Black Bush
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£26.95 vs £36.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 £26.95)
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills Black Bush 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
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