Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025) vs Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
DistilleryGlen OrdNorth Star Spirits
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV55.5%43.1%
Age17 yr31 yr
Price£149.95£116.95
Rating5.00/5

Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness62/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

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

Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)

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 £150.

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

Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£149.95 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 £149.95)
  • +Longer maturation (31 vs 17 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Singleton?

Singleton of Glen Ord 17 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

Only Singleton of Glen Ord 17 Year Old (Special Release 2025)

SherriedFresh FruitSmokeyHoney

Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits

Old WoodVanillaNutty

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