North British 17 Year Old 2008 - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 17 Year Old 2008 - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
North British
£30
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| North British 17 Year Old 2008 - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £29.95 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 17 Year Old 2008 - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
North British 17 Year Old 2008 - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 17 Year Old 2008 - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £30 vs £37.
For beginners: North British 17 Year Old 2008 - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
North British 17 Year Old 2008 - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.95 vs £36.5)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
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 North?
North British 17 Year Old 2008 - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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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