Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs The Girvan Patent Still 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
The Girvan Patent Still 25 Year Old
Girvan
★ 3.83
£125
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | The Girvan Patent Still 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Girvan |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 43.1% | 42% |
| Age | 31 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.83/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
The Girvan Patent Still 25 Year Old
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
The Girvan Patent Still 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.83).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £125.
For beginners: The Girvan Patent Still 25 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 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 £125)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Girvan Patent Still 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 The?
The Girvan Patent Still 25 Year Old 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
Both taste of
Only The Girvan Patent Still 25 Year Old