Glen Elgin 17 Year Old 2006 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 17 Year Old 2006 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£50
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Glen Elgin 17 Year Old 2006 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.1% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 17 Year Old 2006 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Glen Elgin 17 Year Old 2006 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
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).
Glen Elgin 17 Year Old 2006 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £36.5)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.5 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 17 Year Old 2006 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
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