Evan Williams 12 Year Old vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Evan Williams
£130
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Evan Williams 12 Year Old | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Evan Williams | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 43.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £129.9 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
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 £130.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.9 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 £129.9)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Evan?
Evan Williams 12 Year Old 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
Only Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits