The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt
Shinobu
★ 5.00
£139
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Shinobu | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43.1% |
| Age | 15 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £139.43 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £139.
For beginners: The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£139.43 vs £116.95)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £139.43)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt 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 Sirius?
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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