Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey vs North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt (Thompson Bros.)
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
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£34
| Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey | North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Simply Whisky | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.6% | 44.5% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £34.95 | £33.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt (Thompson Bros.)
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £34 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 £33.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£33.95 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 North?
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt (Thompson Bros.) 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
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