Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Roseisle
£136
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
| Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025) | Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Roseisle | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 43.1% |
| Age | 14 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £135.5 | £116.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
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 £136.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£135.5 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 £135.5)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Roseisle?
Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025) 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
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