Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tobermory
£174
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 56.7% |
| Age | 31 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £173.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 £174.
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 £173.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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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