Bushmills 10 year old

Profile: The Bushmills 10 year old at a glance

• Awarded Best Irish Single Malt Whisky in the under 12 year old category at the World Whisky Awards 2014!
• The legend triumphs over time!
• Awarded Best Irish Single Malt WhiskyWhisky Bushmills is one of the oldest licensed whiskey distilleries in the world. Matured in ex-bourbon and sherry casks.

Portrait: What makes Bushmills 10 year old special

Bushmills 10 year old is something like the polite gentleman among Irish whiskeys—one that doesn't need to make a lot of noise to make an impression. Instead, it sits there relaxed, impeccably groomed, and casually tells stories spanning several centuries. Because its origins actually go back to 1608, when Sir Thomas Phillips received the royal distilling rights.
One could say: While elsewhere people were still pondering what could be done with grain, Old Bushmills Distillery already had a pretty good plan. And this plan has proven successful. To this day, Bushmills relies on traditional production methods – and patience.
They triple distillate their whisky, which not only sounds impressive but also shows that they mean business. At the same time, they consciously avoid using peat smoke when drying the barley. A small but significant difference compared to many Scottish distilleries that prefer a smokier approach.
Bushmills, on the other hand, prefers elegant understatement. The Bushmills 10 year old is a classic single malt, made from 100% malted barley. It matures primarily in ex-bourbon casks, with a brief stint in sherry casks – essentially a well-planned holiday with cultural exchange.
It has ten years to develop. Ten years! During this time, some people haven't even learned how to keep their houseplants alive. It is best enjoyed at room temperature. No frills, no drama – just a glass, a quiet moment, and perhaps the quiet realization that some things simply get better when you give them time.

In short: The Bushmills 10 year old isn't a daredevil, but a charmer with a story – and that's precisely what makes it so appealing.

Tasting Notes: This is how the Bushmills 10 year old tastes like

• Nose: Very lively with a light sweetness – distinctly soft honey and ripe, light fruits.

• Palate: Full-bodied and smooth – pleasantly malty with a sweet hint of vanilla and delicate sherry notes, overlaid with pleasant notes of milk chocolate.

• Finish: Pleasantly dry and fresh in the long finish.