Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Michel Forgeron
£110
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Michel Forgeron |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 43.1% | 40% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £116.95 | £110 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac is better value at £110 vs £117.
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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £110)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£110 vs £116.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Michel?
Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Michel Forgeron Barrique 88 Grande Champagne Cognac