Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (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
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£120
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43.1% | 50% |
| Age | 31 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £120.03 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor)
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 £120.
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 £120.03)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£120.03 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 Black?
Black Bull 18 Year Old Nick Faldo Edition (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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