Highland Park 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Highland Park 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
DistilleryHighland ParkNorth Star Spirits
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV47.8%43.1%
Age18 yr31 yr
Price£139.95£116.95
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Highland Park 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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 £140.

For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£139.95 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 £139.95)
  • +Longer maturation (31 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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

Old Wood

Only Highland Park 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalLeatheryDried Fruit

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

VanillaNutty

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