Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
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 Glenlivet 12 Year Old
The Glenlivet
★ 3.95
£36
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | The Glenlivet 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | The Glenlivet |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £36.5 | £36 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.95/5 |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.95).
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old is better value at £36 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)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £36)
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36 vs £36.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 The?
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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