Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey vs Old Perth Number 3 Release

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

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain WhiskeyOld Perth Number 3 Release
DistillerySimply WhiskyOld Perth
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV45.6%43%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£34.95£27.99
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

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

Old Perth Number 3 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Good Times 8 Year Old Irish Single Grain Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 3 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 3 Release 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).

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 £27.99)

Old Perth Number 3 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £34.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Old?

Old Perth Number 3 Release 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

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Old Perth Number 3 Release

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