Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£146
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 57.4% |
| Age | 31 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £146.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £146.
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
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £146.14)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£146.14 vs £116.95)
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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1 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 Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1