Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs The Epicurean Amarone Wine Cask Finish
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

The Epicurean Amarone Wine Cask Finish
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£60
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | The Epicurean Amarone Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | The Epicurean |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.5 | £59.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
The Epicurean Amarone Wine Cask Finish
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
The Epicurean Amarone Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is better value at £37 vs £60.
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
- +More affordable (£36.5 vs £59.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Epicurean Amarone Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.9 vs £36.5)
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 The?
The Epicurean Amarone Wine Cask Finish 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
The Epicurean Amarone Wine Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange