Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Starward Botrytis 2017 (bottled 2024)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Starward Botrytis 2017 (bottled 2024)
Starward
£88
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Starward Botrytis 2017 (bottled 2024) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Starward |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 48% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £116.95 | £87.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Starward Botrytis 2017 (bottled 2024)
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Starward Botrytis 2017 (bottled 2024)
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Starward Botrytis 2017 (bottled 2024) is better value at £88 vs £117.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £87.95)
Starward Botrytis 2017 (bottled 2024)
Pros
- +More affordable (£87.95 vs £116.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Starward?
Starward Botrytis 2017 (bottled 2024) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
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