Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£33
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Simply Whisky
★ 5.00
£35
| Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) | Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Simply Whisky |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 45.6% |
| Age | 17 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £32.95 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Quick verdict
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) is better value at £33 vs £35.
For beginners: Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£32.95 vs £34.95)
- +Longer maturation (17 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 £32.95)
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 17 Year Old 1993 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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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