Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | North Star Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 43.1% |
| Age | 10 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £119 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £119.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £116.95)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits