Edradour 24 Year Old 1985 Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 24 Year Old 1985 Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Edradour
★ 3.00
£133
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Edradour 24 Year Old 1985 Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.2% | 43.1% |
| Age | 24 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £132.96 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 24 Year Old 1985 Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Edradour 24 Year Old 1985 Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £133.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Edradour 24 Year Old 1985 Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£132.96 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 £132.96)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 24 Year Old 1985 Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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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