Benriach Importanticus 12 Year Old (Tawny Port Finish) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach Importanticus 12 Year Old (Tawny Port Finish)
Benriach
★ 5.00
£32
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Benriach Importanticus 12 Year Old (Tawny Port Finish) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £31.96 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benriach Importanticus 12 Year Old (Tawny Port Finish)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Benriach Importanticus 12 Year Old (Tawny Port Finish)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Benriach Importanticus 12 Year Old (Tawny Port Finish) is better value at £32 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Benriach Importanticus 12 Year Old (Tawny Port Finish)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£31.96 vs £36.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £31.96)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach Importanticus 12 Year Old (Tawny Port Finish) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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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