Mac Forbes Riesling RS98 2021 vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mac Forbes Riesling RS98 2021
Mac Forbes
£26
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Mac Forbes Riesling RS98 2021 | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mac Forbes | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £26.25 | £36.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mac Forbes Riesling RS98 2021
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mac Forbes Riesling RS98 2021
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mac Forbes Riesling RS98 2021 is better value at £26 vs £37.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mac Forbes Riesling RS98 2021
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£26.25 vs £36.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £26.25)
Who should buy Mac?
Mac Forbes Riesling RS98 2021 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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