Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Braeval 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11008) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Braeval 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11008) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£129
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Braeval 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11008) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 57.3% |
| Age | 31 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £128.88 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Braeval 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11008) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Braeval 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11008) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £129.
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 £128.88)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Braeval 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11008) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£128.88 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 Braeval?
Braeval 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11008) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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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Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
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