Tasting NotesAroma: Light, floral, and fruity with spicy aromas and a distinct vanilla note that develops into crème brûlée. Palate: Gently warming and mouth-coating with notes of honey sweetness, vanilla, and green apple. Finish: Crisp, fresh, and clean with a subtle, lingering hint of spice and sweet barley. Balance/Complexity: Smooth and balanced with light spice, floral sweetness, and a clean finish.
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Brand History: Bushmills is the world's oldest licensed distillery, established in 1608 in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The Original Irish Whiskey is the flagship offering from Bushmills, known for its smooth, versatile character.
Product Description: Bushmills The Original is a blend of 45% single malt and 55% lighter grain whiskey, triple-distilled for smoothness. It’s aged for 3-5 years in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks.
Style/Type: Blended Irish Whiskey
Company/Producer: Bushmills (Owned by Proximo Spirits)
Stated Age: 3–5 years
ABV: 40%
Available Sizes: 750ml, 375ml, 180ml
Label: The distinctive Bushmills bottle with a simple, elegant design reflecting its heritage.
Market Positioning: Positioned as a premium but approachable whiskey, ideal for sipping neat or mixing in cocktails.
Distillery Location: Bushmills Distillery, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
Awards: N/A
Expression/Variant: Original
Aged Period/Cask/Release Year: Aged in bourbon and sherry casks for 3-5 years.