Whiskey Review: Bushmills 30-Year Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Introduction Today, we’re diving into Bushmills 30-Year Single Malt Irish Whiskey. This rare expression from Bushmills is aged for 14 years in a mix of bourbon barrels and sherry butts, then finished for an additional 16 years in first-fill Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry casks. It’s bottled at 46% ABV, and this is easily the darkest Irish whiskey we’ve ever seen. Let’s break it down. Nose A rich blend of almond, dried cherry, and syrupy sweetness, setting the stage for a luxurious whiskey. Brad: This is a beautiful nose, Bob. There’s a nice almond note that runs throughout, along with dried cherry, sweet grape from the PX casks, and even a touch of melon. It all sits on a foundation of barley. I think this is an incredible nose— 9/10 . Bob: I’m with you, Brad. This has a really deep, rich decadence that you don’t typically get with Irish whiskey. It reminded me of when we reviewed Amrut Fusion a few years ago—there’s a simil

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