Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Deanston
★ 3.00
£162
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 50% |
| Age | 31 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £161.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £162.
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 £161.83)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£161.83 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Deanston?
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)