Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1989 (Signatory) vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

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

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1989 (Signatory)Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
DistilleryLoch LomondSimply Whisky
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV43%45.6%
Age20 yr8 yr
Price£31.95£34.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1989 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

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

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1989 (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).

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1989 (Signatory) is better value at £32 vs £35.

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

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1989 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£31.95 vs £34.95)
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • 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

  • More expensive (£34.95 vs £31.95)

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1989 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

Honey

Only Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1989 (Signatory)

Old WoodSherriedNutty

Only Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Where to buy

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1989 (Signatory)

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