Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Longmorn 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 54954) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Longmorn 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 54954) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Longmorn
£135
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Longmorn 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 54954) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Longmorn |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 57.4% |
| Age | 31 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £134.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Longmorn 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 54954) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Longmorn 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 54954) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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 £135.
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 £134.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Longmorn 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 54954) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£134.95 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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 54954) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Longmorn 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 54954) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)