Asbach Uralt German Brandy vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Asbach Uralt German BrandyMary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
DistilleryAsbachMary Queen of Scots
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£29.95£36.5
Rating5.00/5

Asbach Uralt German Brandy

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Asbach Uralt German Brandy

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Asbach Uralt German Brandy is better value at £30 vs £37.

For beginners: Asbach Uralt German Brandy is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Asbach Uralt German Brandy

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £36.5)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 £29.95)

Who should buy Asbach?

Asbach Uralt German Brandy 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

ToastedVanilla

Only Asbach Uralt German Brandy

Old Wood

Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

Malt ExtractHoneyFresh Fruit

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