Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
Caol Ila
£139
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005) | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 43.1% |
| Age | 25 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £139 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
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 £139.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139 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 £139)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005) 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
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