Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Smögen 5 Year Old 2013 Sherry Project 2:2
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Smögen 5 Year Old 2013 Sherry Project 2:2
Smögen
£110
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Smögen 5 Year Old 2013 Sherry Project 2:2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Smögen |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 61% |
| Age | 31 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Smögen 5 Year Old 2013 Sherry Project 2:2
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Smögen 5 Year Old 2013 Sherry Project 2:2
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Smögen 5 Year Old 2013 Sherry Project 2:2 is better value at £110 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 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £109.95)
Smögen 5 Year Old 2013 Sherry Project 2:2
Pros
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £116.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (61%) — may need water
- −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 Smögen?
Smögen 5 Year Old 2013 Sherry Project 2:2 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
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