Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs Nation of Scots
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | Nation of Scots | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | Annandale |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.5 | £26.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Nation of Scots
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Nation of Scots
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Nation of Scots is better value at £26 vs £37.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £26.15)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Nation of Scots
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£26.15 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Nation?
Nation of Scots suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
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Where to buy
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Nation of Scots
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange