Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

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

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
DistilleryInchgowerSimply Whisky
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV46%45.6%
Age13 yr8 yr
Price£37.68£34.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is better value at £35 vs £38.

For beginners: Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£37.68 vs £34.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Good?

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitMalt Extract

Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801500 & 801502) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokeyToastedOily

Only Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

VanillaHoney

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