James Eadie's Trade Mark "X" vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

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

James Eadie's Trade Mark "X"Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
DistilleryJames EadieSimply Whisky
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlendedGrain
ABV45.6%45.6%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£31£34.95
Rating4.50/55.00/5

James Eadie's Trade Mark "X"

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

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

James Eadie's Trade Mark "X"

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 4.50).

James Eadie's Trade Mark "X" is better value at £31 vs £35.

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

James Eadie's Trade Mark "X"

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£31 vs £34.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.95 vs £31)

Who should buy James?

James Eadie's Trade Mark "X" suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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

Malt ExtractVanilla

Only James Eadie's Trade Mark "X"

ToastedOld Wood

Only Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

HoneyFresh Fruit

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