Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Lark Single Malt Cask Strength
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Lark Single Malt Cask Strength
Lark Distillery
★ 4.00
£106
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Lark Single Malt Cask Strength | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Lark Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 58% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £116.95 | £105.62 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Lark Single Malt Cask Strength
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Lark Single Malt Cask Strength
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Lark Single Malt Cask Strength is better value at £106 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 £105.62)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lark Single Malt Cask Strength
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£105.62 vs £116.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Lark?
Lark Single Malt Cask Strength 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
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Lark Single Malt Cask Strength