Highland Park 18 Year Old - Viking Pride vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 18 Year Old - Viking Pride
Highland Park
★ 3.85
£129
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Highland Park 18 Year Old - Viking Pride | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43.1% |
| Age | 18 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £128.66 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 3.85/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 18 Year Old - Viking Pride
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Highland Park 18 Year Old - Viking Pride
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.85).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £129.
For beginners: Highland Park 18 Year Old - Viking Pride is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 18 Year Old - Viking Pride
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£128.66 vs £116.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 £128.66)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 18 Year Old - Viking Pride 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
Only Highland Park 18 Year Old - Viking Pride
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits