Bushmills Red Bush vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Bushmills Red 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 | 3.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills Red Bush
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Bushmills Red Bush
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Bushmills Red Bush is better value at £27 vs £37.
For beginners: Bushmills Red Bush is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bushmills Red Bush
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£26.95 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 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 Red Bush suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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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