Balblair 17 Year Old vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Balblair 17 Year Old | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43.1% |
| Age | 17 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £114.85 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 17 Year Old
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Balblair 17 Year Old
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 17 Year Old is better value at £115 vs £117.
For beginners: Balblair 17 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Balblair 17 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£114.85 vs £116.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £114.85)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 17 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Only Balblair 17 Year Old
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits