Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey vs James Eadie's Trade Mark X 100 Proof
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
James Eadie's Trade Mark X 100 Proof
James Eadie
£41
| Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | James Eadie's Trade Mark X 100 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Simply Whisky | James Eadie |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 45.6% | 57.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.95 | £40.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
James Eadie's Trade Mark X 100 Proof
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
James Eadie's Trade Mark X 100 Proof
Quick verdict
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is better value at £35 vs £41.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
James Eadie's Trade Mark X 100 Proof
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£40.95 vs £34.95)
- −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 James?
James Eadie's Trade Mark X 100 Proof is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
Only James Eadie's Trade Mark X 100 Proof