Loch Lomond Grainstorm vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond Grainstorm
Loch Lomond
★ 3.90
£32
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Loch Lomond Grainstorm | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £31.95 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 3.90/5 | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond Grainstorm
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Loch Lomond Grainstorm
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.90).
Loch Lomond Grainstorm is better value at £32 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond Grainstorm
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.95 vs £36.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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 £31.95)
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond Grainstorm 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
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Where to buy
Loch Lomond Grainstorm
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange