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Bushmills 10 years

malty woody
3.4
(7)€28Ireland, Single Malt

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At the Old Bushmills distillery in County Antrim. The spirit runs through the still three times before it ever sees a cask. That triple distillation is the house signature, and you can taste why it matters. The malt feels soft and rounded, with honeyed cream, a touch of vanilla, and a quiet nutty warmth. There is fruit too, gentle banana and a squeeze of lemon. Ten years in oak rounds off any rough edges and leaves a clean, mellow finish. This is single malt made to be unhurried. Pour a measure neat and let it open in the glass at its own pace.

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Bushmills

Bushmills is a well-known Irish whiskey distillery located in the village of Bushmills, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The distillery was founded in 1608, making it one of the older licensed distilleries in the world. The whiskey produced by Bushmills is triple-distilled, which gives it a smooth and mellow flavor. The distillery uses local water from the River Bush, which is known for its purity and distinctive taste. Bushmills offers a range of whiskeys, including the classic Bushmills Original, which is aged for at least 3 years in oak casks. They also produce the Bushmills Black Bush, which is aged in sherry casks for added complexity and richness.

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About the Bushmills 10 years

Bushmills 10 years is a single malt Irish whisky from the Old Bushmills distillery in County Antrim, Ireland. It is made from 100% malted barley and triple distilled, the method that gives this whisky its famously smooth character. The distillery sits in the small village of Bushmills, near the Antrim coast. It holds a distilling licence dating to 1608, which makes it one of the oldest licensed distilleries anywhere. Centuries of practice show in the spirit. Bushmills has built its reputation on patience and a light, clean style. Every drop is still made in that same coastal village today. This ten year old single malt matures in a mix of bourbon and sherry casks. That marriage of wood shapes the flavour from the first sip. Expect creamy vanilla and custard up front, layered over a gentle malty sweetness. A nutty, bready note runs underneath, with a little clove spice on the way out. The fruit side is fresh rather than heavy. Soft banana and ripe peach sit beside a bright lift of lemon and lime. The finish leans into oak, dry and warm, closing things off cleanly. At 40% strength, it stays easy to drink without losing its shape. The texture is soft and gently creamy throughout. Bushmills 10 years rewards a slow pour. Enjoy it neat, in a simple glass, and give it a few minutes to breathe. The aromas build as it sits. This is a fine introduction to Irish single malt whisky. Approachable for newcomers yet detailed enough to hold the attention of seasoned drinkers.