Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Macduff 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 4583) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Macduff 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 4583) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Macduff
★ 4.00
£169
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Macduff 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 4583) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Macduff |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 46% |
| Age | 31 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £168.67 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Macduff 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 4583) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Macduff 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 4583) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £169.
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 £168.67)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Macduff 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 4583) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£168.67 vs £116.95)
- −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 Macduff?
Macduff 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 4583) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Macduff 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 4583) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)