Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Caperdonich 37 Year Old 1972 Cask 7437 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Caperdonich 37 Year Old 1972 Cask 7437 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£144
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Caperdonich 37 Year Old 1972 Cask 7437 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Caperdonich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 53.5% |
| Age | 31 yr | 37 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £144.26 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Caperdonich 37 Year Old 1972 Cask 7437 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Caperdonich 37 Year Old 1972 Cask 7437 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £144.
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
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £144.26)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caperdonich 37 Year Old 1972 Cask 7437 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (37 vs 31 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£144.26 vs £116.95)
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 Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 37 Year Old 1972 Cask 7437 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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
Both taste of
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
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