Bowmore Tempest Batch 2 / 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Bowmore Tempest Batch 2 / 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch WhiskySirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
DistilleryBowmoreNorth Star Spirits
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43.1%
AgeNAS31 yr
Price£175£116.95
Rating5.00/5

Bowmore Tempest Batch 2 / 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Bowmore Tempest Batch 2 / 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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 £175.

For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bowmore Tempest Batch 2 / 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£175 vs £116.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£116.95 vs £175)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore Tempest Batch 2 / 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Bowmore Tempest Batch 2 / 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyLeathery

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

VanillaNutty

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