Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
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
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£35
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | Master of Malt |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 60% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £36.5 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is better value at £35 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £34.95)
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −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 Secret?
Secret Irish Distillery 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of