Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release
Ardnahoe
★ 5.00
£120
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardnahoe | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 43.1% |
| Age | 5 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £120 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £120.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £116.95)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £120)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardnahoe?
Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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 Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits