Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Benrinnes 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 11687 & 11702) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Benrinnes 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 11687 & 11702) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Benrinnes
£180
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Benrinnes 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 11687 & 11702) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 53.5% |
| Age | 31 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £180 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Benrinnes 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 11687 & 11702) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Benrinnes 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 11687 & 11702) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £180.
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 £180)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benrinnes 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 11687 & 11702) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£180 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 11687 & 11702) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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