Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Linkwood
★ 4.00
£137
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 46.7% |
| Age | 31 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £137.19 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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 £137.
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)
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £137.19)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£137.19 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
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