Spirited Union Lemon & Leaf Botanical Rum vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Spirited Union Lemon & Leaf Botanical Rum
Spirited Union
£30

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Spirited Union Lemon & Leaf Botanical Rum | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spirited Union | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £29.75 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Spirited Union Lemon & Leaf Botanical Rum
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Spirited Union Lemon & Leaf Botanical Rum
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Spirited Union Lemon & Leaf Botanical Rum is better value at £30 vs £37.
For beginners: Spirited Union Lemon & Leaf Botanical Rum is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Spirited Union Lemon & Leaf Botanical Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.75 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 £29.75)
Who should buy Spirited?
Spirited Union Lemon & Leaf Botanical Rum 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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