Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Inchgower 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10879) - 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
Inchgower 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10879) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Inchgower
£105
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Inchgower 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10879) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Inchgower |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 51.5% |
| Age | 31 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £105.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Inchgower 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10879) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Inchgower 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10879) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10879) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £105 vs £117.
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)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £105.12)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchgower 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10879) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£105.12 vs £116.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10879) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Inchgower 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10879) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)