Old Perth Number 3 Release vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

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

Old Perth Number 3 ReleaseGood Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
DistilleryOld PerthSimply Whisky
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV43%45.6%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£27.99£34.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth Number 3 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

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

Old Perth Number 3 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 3 Release 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).

Old Perth Number 3 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.99 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 £27.99)

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Number 3 Release suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Old Perth Number 3 Release

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