Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Forest Distillery
★ 5.00
£95
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Forest Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 48% |
| Age | 31 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Quick verdict
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One is better value at £95 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
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £95)
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£95 vs £116.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Forest?
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One