Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs Takamaka Rum Blanc Single Traditional Blended Rum
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

Takamaka Rum Blanc Single Traditional Blended Rum
Takamaka
£28
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | Takamaka Rum Blanc Single Traditional Blended Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | Takamaka |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.5 | £28.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Takamaka Rum Blanc Single Traditional Blended Rum
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Takamaka Rum Blanc Single Traditional Blended Rum
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Takamaka Rum Blanc Single Traditional Blended Rum is better value at £28 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 £28.25)
Takamaka Rum Blanc Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28.25 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 Takamaka?
Takamaka Rum Blanc Single Traditional Blended Rum 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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