Bushmills 16 Years Triple Distilled Single Malt Irish Whiskey 0,7L 40%
Bushmills 16 Year Old Triple Distilled Single Malt Irish Whiskey 0.7L 40% – elegant whiskey matured in three cask types Bushmills 16 Year Old Triple Distilled Single Malt Irish Whiskey 0.7L 40% combines Irish whiskey-making tradition with a distinctive maturation process involving three different cask types. Over 16 years, this single malt develops a balanced and layered flavour profile in selected bourbon whiskey casks and Spanish Oloroso sherry casks, followed by a finishing period in port wine casks. This final stage adds further depth and fruity complexity, resulting in a smooth, characterful Irish whiskey with an elegant sweetness.
16 years of maturation in three cask types The defining feature of Bushmills 16 Year Old is its carefully composed cask maturation. The single malt spends time in selected bourbon casks, which contribute delicate vanilla and oak notes. Spanish Oloroso sherry casks then add richness and warm, sweetly spiced aromas. The final finishing period in port wine casks brings the flavours together and lends the whiskey an additional layer of fruit-driven complexity.
Triple-distilled Irish single malt Triple distillation is a hallmark of many traditional Irish whiskeys and helps create a smooth, refined spirit. In Bushmills 16 Year Old, this approach complements the extended maturation, allowing the character of the malt to develop alongside the influence of the different casks. The result is an elegant single malt in which the bourbon, sherry and port cask influences work together in harmony.
Red-gold colour and a complex nose In the glass, Bushmills 16 Year Old displays an attractive red-gold colour. The nose combines fresh citrus fruit with oak, marzipan and honey. Bright fruity notes balance the deeper sweetness and subtle wood aromas, creating an inviting bouquet that reflects the whiskey's long maturation and varied cask influences.
Honey, almond and a touch of pepper On the palate, this Irish single malt is pleasantly sweet and smooth. Honey provides a rounded sweetness, while almond notes echo the marzipan aromas found on the nose. A gentle touch of pepper adds a delicate spicy edge, bringing balance and extra character to the flavour. The combined influence of bourbon, Oloroso sherry and port casks creates a harmonious interplay of sweetness, fruit and oak.
A long finish with delicate cocoa notes The finish is notably long, gradually revealing delicate cocoa notes. The mellow sweetness lingers alongside subtle oak and spice, leaving a refined and lasting impression. Despite its complexity, Bushmills 16 Year Old retains the smooth, approachable character associated with well-crafted Irish single malt whiskey.
An aged Irish whiskey for special occasions Bushmills 16 Year Old Triple Distilled Single Malt Irish Whiskey is an excellent choice for those who appreciate a mature whiskey with depth and a smooth finish. Enjoy it neat at room temperature to explore the full range of aromas developed across its three cask types. A small splash of water can bring additional fruit, honey and oak notes to the forefront. With its 16 years of maturation and distinctive combination of bourbon, Oloroso sherry and port casks, it also makes a thoughtful gift for whiskey enthusiasts.
Content:
0.7 Liter
(€185.57 / 1 Liter)*