BUSHMILLS Original
Bushmills Original is the flagship blended Irish whiskey from the historic Old Bushmills Distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. This approachable yet characterful expression uses a recipe that dates back to before Prohibition, combining Bushmills’ own pure single malt whiskey with a lighter grain whiskey for a smooth, warming profile that has been enjoyed for generations.
Triple distilled for extra purity, the blend is matured in a mix of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, which add layers of fresh fruit and vanilla to the spirit. In the glass, Bushmills Original shows a pale gold colour. On the nose, it is light, fruity and gently spicy, leading to a palate that is smooth and versatile, with velvety vanilla, honeyed sweetness and a softly warming character. The finish is crisp and refreshing with a hint of spice, making it ideal both neat and in classic Irish whiskey cocktails.
As the cornerstone of the Bushmills family, this blend showcases the distillery’s long heritage as one of the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distilleries, with roots in distilling on the site dating back to 1608. Today, Bushmills Original is enjoyed worldwide, including in Malaysia and across Asia, as an easy-drinking introduction to Irish whiskey and a reliable choice for mixed drinks and highballs.
Q: What is Bushmills Original Irish Whiskey?
A: Bushmills Original is a triple distilled blended Irish whiskey made by the Old Bushmills Distillery in Northern Ireland. It combines Bushmills single malt whiskey with lighter grain whiskey for a smooth, approachable profile.
Q: How does Bushmills Original taste?
A: Bushmills Original is light, fruity and gently spicy on the nose, with a smooth palate of vanilla, honeyed sweetness and warm spice, finishing crisp and fresh with a hint of spice.
Q: What casks are used to mature Bushmills Original?
A: The blend is matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, which add fresh fruit, vanilla and subtle spice notes to the whiskey.
Q: What is the ABV of Bushmills Original?
A: Bushmills Original Irish Whiskey is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in most markets.
Q: Is Bushmills Original good for cocktails?
A: Yes. Because it is smooth, versatile and gently fruity, Bushmills Original is often used for highballs and classic whiskey cocktails, as well as being enjoyed neat or on ice by adults of legal drinking age.
