Bushmills 1990 12 Year Old Bourbon Barrel

Bushmills Original

This is a classic low to mid end blend. Unlike the other blends of this price, it has less of the caramel sweetness that lesser quality slurps use to cover up weakness in their constitution. It's simple but effective and my notes reflect this. Nose - Orange, christmas and brown sugar. Hints of vanilla and leather. Palate - Oily, vanilla, some...

Score 76/100

Bushmills 16 Year Old 3 Wood

Having not tried the 21 year old, but having this the 10, the original and the black, Jamesons and Jamesons 12, Powers, Tullamore Dew and Middletons, the only thing that is close in pleasure is the Middletons, and it is not enough better to justify the premium pricing. When I think Good Irish, this is the picture in my mind.

Score 100/100

Bushmills Malt 21 Year Old Madeira Finish

This is the tasting notes from Master of Malt: Nose: Rich toffee, honey, spiced fruit notes and dark mocha. Palate: Chewy, dates, pecans, grapes and mango. Finish: Sweet, syrupy pipe tobacco and mint. I think this description is quite ok, so I will only add my personal thoughts on this. To be honest it was a long time since I had such a whisky...

Score 95/100

Bushmills Black Bush

Every now and then, a blend comes along that makes you think twice about spending all that money on over priced single malts (especially over here). This is one of those times… Nose - Floral, sherry and sweet. Slightly reminiscent of Té Bheag Nan Eilean at times but much more fruity then creamy. The nose on this is full of orange, lemon and...

Score 87/100