Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Glen Garioch 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 11761) - 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
Glen Garioch 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 11761) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Garioch
★ 3.00
£169
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Glen Garioch 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 11761) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Glen Garioch |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 55.6% |
| Age | 31 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £168.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Glen Garioch 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 11761) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Glen Garioch 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 11761) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £169.
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 £168.85)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Garioch 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 11761) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£168.85 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Glen?
Glen Garioch 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 11761) - 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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