Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
Laballe
£172
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Laballe |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 43.1% | 40% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £116.95 | £172 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
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 £172.
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 £172)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£172 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 Laballe?
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
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