Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£102
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | The New Zealand Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 51.9% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £116.95 | £102 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993 is better value at £102 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
- +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 £102)
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
Pros
- +More affordable (£102 vs £116.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −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 New?
New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993 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
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