Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Glenisla 32 Year Old 1977 Cask 19599 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star SpiritsGlenisla 32 Year Old 1977 Cask 19599 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryNorth Star SpiritsGlen Keith
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43.1%50.7%
Age31 yr32 yr
Price£116.95£160.38
Rating5.00/5

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value43/100

Glenisla 32 Year Old 1977 Cask 19599 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenisla 32 Year Old 1977 Cask 19599 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £160.

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 £160.38)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glenisla 32 Year Old 1977 Cask 19599 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 31 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£160.38 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 Glenisla?

Glenisla 32 Year Old 1977 Cask 19599 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

Old Wood

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

VanillaNutty

Only Glenisla 32 Year Old 1977 Cask 19599 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokeyToastedDried Fruit

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