Whiskey Review: Bushmills Red Bush Irish Whiskey

Introduction This week, we’re checking out Bushmills Red Bush , an affordable Irish whiskey aimed squarely at bourbon drinkers. It’s a non-age stated blend of single malt and grain whiskey, aged for at least three years , and matured exclusively in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels —unlike the standard Bushmills white label, which uses a combo of bourbon and sherry casks. Bushmills Black Bush, which we’ll review next week, leans in the opposite direction with solely sherry cask aging , so Red Bush represents one half of their flavor spectrum. Whether you're a bourbon loyalist or a curious whiskey drinker, Red Bush is positioned as an approachable gateway into the world of Irish whiskey—and we’re here to put that to the test. This review is taken from our episode  "The Princess Bride / Bushmills Red Bush" Click the link to listen to this review in audio format. Nose Bob: Like a lot of Irish whiskeys, I'm getting a ton of melon on this. I think it's l

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