Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
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

Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
Pol Roger
£30
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | Pol Roger |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.5 | £29.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle is better value at £30 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £29.95)
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.95 vs £36.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Pol?
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle 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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Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
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