Grosperrin Fins Bois Heritage Cognac N.77 vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Grosperrin Fins Bois Heritage Cognac N.77Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
DistilleryGrosperrinNorth Star Spirits
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43.1%
AgeNAS31 yr
Price£175£116.95
Rating5.00/5

Grosperrin Fins Bois Heritage Cognac N.77

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value43/100

Grosperrin Fins Bois Heritage Cognac N.77

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £175.

For beginners: Grosperrin Fins Bois Heritage Cognac N.77 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Grosperrin Fins Bois Heritage Cognac N.77

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£175 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 £175)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Grosperrin?

Grosperrin Fins Bois Heritage Cognac N.77 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

VanillaOld Wood

Only Grosperrin Fins Bois Heritage Cognac N.77

Dried FruitHoneyOily

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Nutty

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