Bushmills, 26 Year Old
Bushmills expanded its Prestige Collection with a 26 Year Old Crystal Malt, highlighting one of the distillery’s earliest experiments with alternative barley styles. First distilled in 1997, the whiskey was matured for almost three decades in first-fill ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 46% ABV. The use of crystal malt delivers a lighter, sweeter profile than typical aged Irish whiskey, combining vibrancy with depth and showcasing Bushmills’ long-standing commitment to innovation within traditional single malt production.
Nose
Pear drops, caramel, vanilla fudge, floral notes
Palate
Butterscotch, toffee apple, dark chocolate, spiced pear, vanilla
Finish
Oak spice, orchard fruits, dark chocolate
A bright, expressive nose brings pear drops, caramel and vanilla fudge, lifted by the floral edge of crystal malt. The palate stays lively with butterscotch and toffee apple before darker chocolate, spiced pear and warm vanilla add weight. The finish is long and elegant, carried by oak, fruit and a final touch of chocolate and spice.
