Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£140
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 43.1% |
| Age | 19 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £140.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £116.95)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £139.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) 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.
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
Only Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits