Filey Bay Refill Sherry Cask #2018 vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Filey Bay Refill Sherry Cask #2018
Filey Bay
£120
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Filey Bay Refill Sherry Cask #2018 | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Filey Bay | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 43.1% |
| Age | NAS | 31 yr |
| Price | £119.95 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Filey Bay Refill Sherry Cask #2018
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Filey Bay Refill Sherry Cask #2018
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 £120.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Filey Bay Refill Sherry Cask #2018
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119.95 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 £119.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Filey?
Filey Bay Refill Sherry Cask #2018 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
Only Filey Bay Refill Sherry Cask #2018
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits