The Temple Bar Signature Blend vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Temple Bar Signature Blend
The Temple Bar
★ 5.00
£28

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Simply Whisky
★ 5.00
£35
| The Temple Bar Signature Blend | Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Temple Bar | Simply Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 45.6% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £28.49 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Temple Bar Signature Blend
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
The Temple Bar Signature Blend
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Quick verdict
The Temple Bar Signature Blend is better value at £28 vs £35.
For beginners: The Temple Bar Signature Blend is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
The Temple Bar Signature Blend
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28.49 vs £34.95)
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 £28.49)
Who should buy The?
The Temple Bar Signature Blend 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.
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