Dartmoor Whisky Discovery Set (3 x 50ml) vs Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dartmoor Whisky Discovery Set (3 x 50ml)Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
DistilleryDartmoorSimply Whisky
Region
CountryEnglandIreland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV46%45.6%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£28.07£34.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Dartmoor Whisky Discovery Set (3 x 50ml)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

Dartmoor Whisky Discovery Set (3 x 50ml)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dartmoor Whisky Discovery Set (3 x 50ml) 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).

Dartmoor Whisky Discovery Set (3 x 50ml)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28.07 vs £34.95)

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 £28.07)

Who should buy Dartmoor?

Dartmoor Whisky Discovery Set (3 x 50ml) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

Both taste of

VanillaMalt Extract

Only Dartmoor Whisky Discovery Set (3 x 50ml)

SherriedCooked FruitToasted

Only Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

HoneyFresh Fruit

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