Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
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
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Tobermory
£40
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £36.5 | £39.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
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 £40.
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 affordable (£36.5 vs £39.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £36.5)
- −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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of