Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask
Balvenie
★ 4.00
£152
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Balvenie |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 43% |
| Age | 31 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £151.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £152.
For beginners: Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask is more approachable (70/100 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 £151.75)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£151.75 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Balvenie?
Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask 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 Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask