Clynelish 11 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Clynelish
£25
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Simply Whisky
★ 5.00
£35
| Clynelish 11 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) | Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Simply Whisky |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 45.6% |
| Age | 11 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £25.45 | £34.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Quick verdict
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) is better value at £25 vs £35.
For beginners: Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£25.45 vs £34.95)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £25.45)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Only Clynelish 11 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Only Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey