Leith Blended Scotch Whisky vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Leith Blended Scotch Whisky
Leith Distillery
£34

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Leith Blended Scotch Whisky | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Leith Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £33.54 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Leith Blended Scotch Whisky
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Leith Blended Scotch Whisky
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Leith Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £34 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Leith Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.54 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £33.54)
Who should buy Leith?
Leith Blended Scotch Whisky 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 Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old