Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Akashi 6 Year Old (cask 61694) - White Wine Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Akashi 6 Year Old (cask 61694) - White Wine Cask
Akashi
£139
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Akashi 6 Year Old (cask 61694) - White Wine Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Akashi |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 50% |
| Age | 31 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £138.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Akashi 6 Year Old (cask 61694) - White Wine Cask
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Akashi 6 Year Old (cask 61694) - White Wine Cask
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £139.
For beginners: Akashi 6 Year Old (cask 61694) - White Wine Cask 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 £138.9)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Akashi 6 Year Old (cask 61694) - White Wine Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£138.9 vs £116.95)
- −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 Akashi?
Akashi 6 Year Old (cask 61694) - White Wine Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
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