Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023 vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023
Laballe
£146
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023 | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laballe | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43.1% |
| Age | NAS | 31 yr |
| Price | £146 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023
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 £146.
For beginners: Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£146 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 £146)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Laballe?
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1989 / Bot.2023 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
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