Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£123
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 46% |
| Age | 31 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £122.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £123.
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
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £122.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£122.95 vs £116.95)
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 Deanston?
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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