Timorous Beastie Madeira Cask Finish vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Timorous Beastie Madeira Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£57
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Simply Whisky
★ 5.00
£35
| Timorous Beastie Madeira Cask Finish | Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Timorous Beastie | Simply Whisky |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 45.6% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £56.5 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Timorous Beastie Madeira Cask Finish
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Timorous Beastie Madeira Cask Finish
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Quick verdict
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is better value at £35 vs £57.
For beginners: Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Timorous Beastie Madeira Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.5 vs £34.95)
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
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £56.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Madeira Cask Finish 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
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Only Timorous Beastie Madeira Cask Finish
Only Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Where to buy
Timorous Beastie Madeira Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange