Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Port Wood Finish - Straight from the Cask vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Port Wood Finish - Straight from the Cask
Edradour
£50
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Port Wood Finish - Straight from the Cask | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £49.97 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Port Wood Finish - Straight from the Cask
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Port Wood Finish - Straight from the Cask
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 £50.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Port Wood Finish - Straight from the Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.97 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 £49.97)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Port Wood Finish - Straight from the Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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