Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 11449) (Adelphi) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 11449) (Adelphi)
Clynelish
£169
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 11449) (Adelphi) | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 43.1% |
| Age | 20 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £169.4 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 11449) (Adelphi)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 11449) (Adelphi)
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 £169.
For beginners: Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 11449) (Adelphi) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 11449) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£169.4 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 £169.4)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 11449) (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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