Glasshouse Whisky vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

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

Glasshouse WhiskyMary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
DistilleryGlasshouseMary Queen of Scots
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV46%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£32.84£36.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glasshouse Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

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

Glasshouse Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glasshouse Whisky is better value at £33 vs £37.

For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Glasshouse Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£32.84 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 £32.84)

Who should buy Glasshouse?

Glasshouse Whisky 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

VanillaFresh FruitToastedHoney

Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old

Malt Extract

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