Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey vs Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Simply Whisky
★ 5.00
£35
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Duncan Taylor
★ 3.17
£28
| Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Simply Whisky | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 45.6% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £34.95 | £28.24 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.17/5 |
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Quick verdict
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.17).
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram 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).
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)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.95 vs £28.24)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28.24 vs £34.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.2 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Smokin'?
Smokin' - The Gentleman’s Dram suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
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