Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
DistilleryDaftmillNorth Star Spirits
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV56.6%43.1%
Age13 yr31 yr
Price£150£116.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value33/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £150.

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

Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£150 vs £116.95)

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£116.95 vs £150)
  • +Longer maturation (31 vs 13 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Daftmill?

Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Malt ExtractHoneyFresh FruitToasted

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Old WoodNutty

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