Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026
Laballe
£100
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Laballe |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 43.1% | 40% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £116.95 | £99.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026 is better value at £100 vs £117.
For beginners: Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £99.75)
Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.75 vs £116.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Laballe?
Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Laballe Bas Armagnac 2011 / Bot.2026