Camus Lot 1992 Fin Bois Cognac vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Camus Lot 1992 Fin Bois CognacSirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
DistilleryCamusNorth Star Spirits
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43.1%
AgeNAS31 yr
Price£152£116.95
Rating5.00/5

Camus Lot 1992 Fin Bois Cognac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Camus Lot 1992 Fin Bois Cognac

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 £152.

For beginners: Camus Lot 1992 Fin Bois Cognac is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Camus Lot 1992 Fin Bois Cognac

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£152 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 £152)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Camus?

Camus Lot 1992 Fin Bois Cognac is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Vanilla

Only Camus Lot 1992 Fin Bois Cognac

Fresh FruitCitricTobacco

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Old WoodNutty

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