Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs AA Badenhorst White Blend 2022
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37

AA Badenhorst White Blend 2022
AA Badenhorst
£34
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | AA Badenhorst White Blend 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | AA Badenhorst |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.5 | £33.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
AA Badenhorst White Blend 2022
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
AA Badenhorst White Blend 2022
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
AA Badenhorst White Blend 2022 is better value at £34 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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 £33.5)
AA Badenhorst White Blend 2022
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.5 vs £36.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy AA?
AA Badenhorst White Blend 2022 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
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