Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Benriach
★ 4.75
£150
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Benriach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 46% |
| Age | 31 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £150.
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 £150)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 BenRiach?
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish 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 BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish