Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Glenburgie 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 8530) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Glenburgie 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 8530) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glenburgie
£150
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Glenburgie 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 8530) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Glenburgie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 59.1% |
| Age | 31 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Glenburgie 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 8530) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Glenburgie 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 8530) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £150.
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 £149.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenburgie 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 8530) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£149.95 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 Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 8530) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Glenburgie 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 8530) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)