Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey vs John Crabbie Single Malt Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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
John Crabbie Single Malt Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Crabbie
£31
| Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | John Crabbie Single Malt Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Simply Whisky | Crabbie |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Grain | |
| ABV | 45.6% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.95 | £30.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
John Crabbie Single Malt Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
John Crabbie Single Malt Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
John Crabbie Single Malt Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £31 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.95 vs £30.95)
John Crabbie Single Malt Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£30.95 vs £34.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 John?
John Crabbie Single Malt Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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