Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
Glenburgie
★ 4.25
£31

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenburgie | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £31.33 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 4.25/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) is better value at £31 vs £37.
For beginners: Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.33 vs £36.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £31.33)
Who should buy Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glenburgie 10 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)
Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old