Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
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
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Mary Queen of Scots
★ 5.00
£37
| Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Simply Whisky | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.6% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £34.95 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is better value at £35 vs £37.
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
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £36.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £34.95)
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 Mary?
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old