Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Duncan Taylor
★ 3.17
£28
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 3 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £28.24 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 3.17/5 | 5.00/5 |
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.17).
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram is better value at £28 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28.24 vs £36.5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.2 vs 5.0)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £28.24)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Smokin'?
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
Both taste of
Only Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old