ABV 40%
A delicious whisky. The sweetness and nuttiness of Bushmills whiskey and of Madeira are an enjoyable double-act. The whiskey has to work hard to avoid being upstaged.
Michael Jackson
Bushmills
Brand
Bushmills
Bottler
21 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
21
Age (Years)
40%
ABV
Northern Ireland
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Pronounced Madeira ' toffee' character.
Palate: Smooth, sweet, succulent. Marzipan. Glazed almonds.
Finish: Dusting of ginger.
Comment: A delicious whisky. The sweetness and nuttiness of Bushmills whiskey and of Madeira are an enjoyable double-act. The whiskey has to work hard to avoid being upstaged.
Score: 7
Taster
Nose: A lifted, perfumed fruit-filled nose, soft and pulpy, apricot yoghurt and crannachan (raspberry oats sugar and cream).
Palate: Starts sweet, soft and juicy starting with apricot ending up with redcurrant and cherry.
Finish: A very light smokiness.
Comment: Lovely balance. A whisky for those who like things on the fruity side.
Score: 8.5
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