Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star SpiritsGeorge T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)
DistilleryNorth Star SpiritsGeorge T. Stagg
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV43.1%65.2%
Age31 yrNAS
Price£116.95£127.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value43/100

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness70/100
Beginner50/100
Value39/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £128.

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
  • +More affordable (£116.95 vs £127.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (65.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£127.95 vs £116.95)

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 George?

George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Old WoodNutty

Only George T. Stagg Bourbon (2020 Release)

ChocolateNew WoodCooked Fruit

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