Éiregold Irish Whiskey vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

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

Éiregold Irish WhiskeyMary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
DistilleryÉiregoldMary Queen of Scots
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£30.95£36.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Éiregold Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

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

Éiregold Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Éiregold Irish Whiskey is better value at £31 vs £37.

For beginners: Éiregold Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Éiregold Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£30.95 vs £36.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£36.5 vs £30.95)

Who should buy Éiregold?

Éiregold Irish Whiskey 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

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitMalt Extract

Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

Toasted

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