Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1993 (cask 4827) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1993 (cask 4827) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Glen Keith
£190
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1993 (cask 4827) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Keith | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 43.1% |
| Age | 28 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £189.95 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1993 (cask 4827) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1993 (cask 4827) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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 £190.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1993 (cask 4827) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£189.95 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 £189.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 28 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1993 (cask 4827) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1993 (cask 4827) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits