Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£180
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 43.1% |
| Age | 27 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
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 £180.
For beginners: Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179.95 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £179.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 27 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aldunie?
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) 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.
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.
Tasting notes
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