Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Aberlour 16 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Aberlour
★ 4.13
£120
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Aberlour 16 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Aberlour |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 43% |
| Age | 31 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.13/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.13).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £120.
For beginners: Aberlour 16 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 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 16 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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 Aberlour?
Aberlour 16 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Aberlour 16 Year Old