Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Longmorn
£51
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.4% | 40% |
| Age | 14 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £51.13 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 £51.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£51.13 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 £51.13)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 1997 (cask 163310) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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