Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
Balmenach
£125
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Balmenach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 43% |
| Age | 31 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
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 £125.
For beginners: Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary 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 £125)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 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 Balmenach?
Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Balmenach 11 Year Old Malt Whisky Association 1996 - RBL 75th Anniversary