Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde
Johnnie Walker
★ 4.00
£27
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £26.99 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde is better value at £27 vs £37.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£26.99 vs £36.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £26.99)
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Johnnie Walker Johnnie Blonde
Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old