Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37

Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin
Monkey 47
£42
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | Monkey 47 |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.5 | £42.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is better value at £37 vs £42.
For beginners: Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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 affordable (£36.5 vs £42.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.25 vs £36.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Monkey?
Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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