Compass Box Flaming Heart (2018 Edition) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Compass Box Flaming Heart (2018 Edition)
Compass Box
★ 4.00
£120
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Compass Box Flaming Heart (2018 Edition) | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Compass Box | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 43.1% |
| Age | NAS | 31 yr |
| Price | £119.75 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Compass Box Flaming Heart (2018 Edition)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Compass Box Flaming Heart (2018 Edition)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £120.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Compass Box Flaming Heart (2018 Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£119.75 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £119.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Compass?
Compass Box Flaming Heart (2018 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 Compass Box Flaming Heart (2018 Edition)
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits