Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
Glenfiddich
★ 3.95
£168
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £167.5 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 3.95/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.95).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £168.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£167.5 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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 £167.5)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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 Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits