Hanyu 1988 "Big Butt" Cask 9306 vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hanyu 1988 "Big Butt" Cask 9306
Hanyu
£125
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Hanyu 1988 "Big Butt" Cask 9306 | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hanyu | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 43.1% |
| Age | NAS | 31 yr |
| Price | £124.95 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hanyu 1988 "Big Butt" Cask 9306
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Hanyu 1988 "Big Butt" Cask 9306
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 £125.
For beginners: Hanyu 1988 "Big Butt" Cask 9306 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hanyu 1988 "Big Butt" Cask 9306
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£124.95 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 £124.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hanyu?
Hanyu 1988 "Big Butt" Cask 9306 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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