Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Evan Williams
£130
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Evan Williams 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Evan Williams |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.1% | 50.5% |
| Age | 31 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £129.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
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 £130.
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 £129.9)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.9 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 Evan?
Evan Williams 12 Year Old 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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