Balfour Springfield Chardonnay 2018 vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balfour Springfield Chardonnay 2018
Balfour
£29
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Balfour Springfield Chardonnay 2018 | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balfour | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £29.25 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balfour Springfield Chardonnay 2018
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Balfour Springfield Chardonnay 2018
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balfour Springfield Chardonnay 2018 is better value at £29 vs £37.
For beginners: Balfour Springfield Chardonnay 2018 is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Balfour Springfield Chardonnay 2018
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.25 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 £29.25)
Who should buy Balfour?
Balfour Springfield Chardonnay 2018 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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