Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Speyside 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2095) - The Single 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
Speyside 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2095) - The Single Cask
Speyside
£114
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Speyside 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2095) - The Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Speyside |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 62.2% |
| Age | 31 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £113.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Speyside 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2095) - The Single Cask
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Speyside 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2095) - The Single Cask
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Speyside 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2095) - The Single Cask is better value at £114 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 22 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £113.95)
Speyside 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2095) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£113.95 vs £116.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.2%) — 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 Speyside?
Speyside 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2095) - The Single Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Speyside 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2095) - The Single Cask