The Norfolk Selection PX Fortified Wine vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

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

The Norfolk Selection PX Fortified WineMary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
DistilleryThe Norfolk SelectionMary Queen of Scots
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£26.75£36.5
Rating5.00/5

The Norfolk Selection PX Fortified Wine

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

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

The Norfolk Selection PX Fortified Wine

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Norfolk Selection PX Fortified Wine is better value at £27 vs £37.

For beginners: The Norfolk Selection PX Fortified Wine is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

The Norfolk Selection PX Fortified Wine

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£26.75 vs £36.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £26.75)

Who should buy The?

The Norfolk Selection PX Fortified Wine 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

Vanilla

Only The Norfolk Selection PX Fortified Wine

SherriedDried Fruit

Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

Malt ExtractHoneyFresh FruitToasted

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