Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old vs Weeknight Whisky Speyside 8 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
Weeknight Whisky Speyside 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 4.40
£32
| Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | Weeknight Whisky Speyside 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mary Queen of Scots | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £36.5 | £31.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.40/5 |
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky Speyside 8 Year Old
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky Speyside 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).
Weeknight Whisky Speyside 8 Year Old is better value at £32 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £31.95)
Weeknight Whisky Speyside 8 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.95 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 Weeknight?
Weeknight Whisky Speyside 8 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of