Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£28
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Simply Whisky
★ 5.00
£35
| Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s | Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Simply Whisky |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 45.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £27.72 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s is better value at £28 vs £35.
For beginners: Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.72 vs £34.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.95 vs £27.72)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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
Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Only Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange