Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Johnnie Walker Red Label (1.13L) - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Johnnie Walker Red Label (1.13L) - 1970s
Johnnie Walker
£120
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Johnnie Walker Red Label (1.13L) - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43.1% | 40% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £116.95 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Johnnie Walker Red Label (1.13L) - 1970s
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Johnnie Walker Red Label (1.13L) - 1970s
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: Johnnie Walker Red Label (1.13L) - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Johnnie Walker Red Label (1.13L) - 1970s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Red Label (1.13L) - 1970s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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