Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 EditionSirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
DistilleryBlack TotNorth Star Spirits
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43.1%
AgeNAS31 yr
Price£142£116.95
Rating5.00/5

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value43/100

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £142.

For beginners: Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£142 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 £142)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Black?

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition

ToastedCooked FruitHoneyOily

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Old WoodVanillaNutty

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