Grant's Distillery Edition vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Grant's Distillery Edition
Grant's
★ 4.50
£31

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Grant's Distillery Edition | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Grant's | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £31.22 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Grant's Distillery Edition
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Grant's Distillery Edition
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Grant's Distillery Edition is better value at £31 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Grant's Distillery Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.22 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £31.22)
Who should buy Grant's?
Grant's Distillery Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
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Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old