The Bushmills 26 Year Old Crystal Malt is a rare, high-aged single malt that showcases the innovation and finesse of the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery. Part of Bushmills’ Rare Cask Series, this expression is crafted using crystal malted barley—a unique choice that imparts a sweet, toasted character—and is aged in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks for over two decades.
Key Features:
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Type: Single Malt Irish Whiskey
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Age: 26 Years
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Grain Type: Crystal malted barley
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Cask Maturation: American oak bourbon barrels and sherry butts
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ABV: 46% (92 Proof)
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Non-chill filtered
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Limited Edition: Small release from the Bushmills Rare Cask Series
Tasting Notes:
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Nose: Warm and aromatic with notes of honeyed malt, roasted nuts, vanilla, and dried fruits
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Palate: Rich and layered with flavors of caramelized sugar, golden raisin, spiced oak, and subtle citrus peel, rounded out by creamy malt tones
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Finish: Long, elegant, and slightly dry with lingering toffee, malt biscuit, and oak spice
Best Enjoyed:
✔ Neat – to savor the unique malt character and refined wood influence
✔ With a splash of water – to reveal the softer fruit and cereal notes
✔ Pairing: Complements toasted almonds, shortbread, and crème brûlée
Why Choose Bushmills 26 Year Old Crystal Malt?
This release stands apart for its use of crystal malt, typically used in brewing, which gives the whiskey a deeper sweetness and roasted complexity. Aged for over a quarter-century and carefully finished, it’s a connoisseur-level single malt that balances Bushmills’ signature smoothness with rare innovation. A must-have for collectors and lovers of unique, high-aged Irish whiskey.
