Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£28
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £27.72 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s is better value at £28 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.72 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £27.72)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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 Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange