Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2008 Manzanilla Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2008 Manzanilla Cask Matured
Bunnahabhain
★ 3.00
£120
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2008 Manzanilla Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 52.3% |
| Age | 31 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2008 Manzanilla Cask Matured
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2008 Manzanilla Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £120.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £120)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2008 Manzanilla Cask Matured
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2008 Manzanilla Cask Matured is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2008 Manzanilla Cask Matured