Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Mortlach 20 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Mortlach 20 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Mortlach
£180
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Mortlach 20 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Mortlach |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 49% |
| Age | 31 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £179.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Mortlach 20 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Mortlach 20 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
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 £180.
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 £179.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 20 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.95 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) 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 Mortlach 20 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)