Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Macduff
£115
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Macduff |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 41.4% |
| Age | 31 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £115.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £115 vs £117.
For beginners: Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £115.43)
Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£115.43 vs £116.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Macduff?
Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Macduff 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 11793) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)