Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star SpiritsBlended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryNorth Star SpiritsThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV43.1%45.2%
Age31 yr26 yr
Price£116.95£178.95
Rating5.00/5

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value43/100

Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £179.

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 £178.95)
  • +Longer maturation (31 vs 26 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£178.95 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 Blended?

Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Old WoodVanillaNutty

Only Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Dried FruitChocolateSmokeyToasted

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