Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Highland Park 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Highland Park 15 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.00
£87
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Highland Park 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 44% |
| Age | 31 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £86.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Highland Park 15 Year Old
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Highland Park 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Highland Park 15 Year Old is better value at £87 vs £117.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £86.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£86.5 vs £116.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Highland?
Highland Park 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Highland Park 15 Year Old