Champagne Guy de Forez Les Riceys Brut Reserve NV vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Champagne Guy de Forez Les Riceys Brut Reserve NV
Guy de Forez
£41

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Champagne Guy de Forez Les Riceys Brut Reserve NV | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Guy de Forez | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £41.25 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Champagne Guy de Forez Les Riceys Brut Reserve NV
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Champagne Guy de Forez Les Riceys Brut Reserve NV
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is better value at £37 vs £41.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Champagne Guy de Forez Les Riceys Brut Reserve NV
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.25 vs £36.5)
- −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 affordable (£36.5 vs £41.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Champagne?
Champagne Guy de Forez Les Riceys Brut Reserve NV suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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