{"product_id":"bushmills-10-year-old-bordeaux-casks-single-malt-irish-whiskey","title":"Bushmills Private Reserve 10 year Old Bordeaux Casks Single Malt Irish Whiskey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"68\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline cursor-pointer\"\u003eBushmills Private Reserve 10 Year Old Bordeaux Cask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinguished limited-edition \u003cstrong data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"133\"\u003eIrish single malt whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e that elevates the classic Bushmills profile through extended finishing in \u003cstrong data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"250\"\u003efirst-fill Pomerol Bordeaux wine casks\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a richly layered and nuanced whiskey that blends malt sweetness with red-fruit complexity and oak spice—an expression that has earned strong recognition from \u003cem data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"441\"\u003eWhisky Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e among the Top 20 whiskies of the year. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"523\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"552\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eHailing from the historic \u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eOld Bushmills Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e in County Antrim, Northern Ireland—the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery—this release is part of Bushmills’ \u003cstrong data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"753\"\u003ePrivate Reserve series\u003c\/strong\u003e of small-batch, single malt finishes. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eThe whiskey initially \u003cstrong data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"894\"\u003ematures for approximately six years\u003c\/strong\u003e in a combination of \u003cstrong data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eAmerican bourbon barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eSpanish oloroso sherry casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, building a solid malt backbone with warm spice and dried fruit influence. It is then \u003cstrong data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003efinished for a minimum of four years in first-fill Bordeaux (Pomerol) wine casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, which impart delicate red fruit, currant, and earthy nuances rarely found in traditional Irish single malts. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e46.5 % ABV (93 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e and typically presented \u003cstrong data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003enon-chill filtered\u003c\/strong\u003e, this whiskey showcases thoughtful cask selection and careful maturation that honors both Irish heritage and innovative finishing. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003eWhisky Advocate placed this Bordeaux Cask finish on its “Top 20 Whiskies of 2024” list\u003c\/strong\u003e (#18), signifying strong industry acclaim and highlighting its standout quality among limited and cask-finished spirits. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eWhile individual numeric scores from \u003cem data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eWhisky Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e for this specific expression aren’t published beyond its Top 20 placement, the accolade itself reflects a level of craftsmanship and flavor depth that resonated with expert tasters across a broad field of international whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2125\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2149\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich interplay of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003eroasted wood, red currants, and ripe raspberries\u003c\/strong\u003e greets the nose, underpinned by subtle malt sweetness and a hint of vanilla — a signature of the Bordeaux cask influence. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mellow yet complex, with crisp \u003cstrong data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003egreen apple, lemon peel, and vanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e giving way to deeper layers of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003edried fruit, nutmeg, and ginger spice\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Bordeaux finish brings gentle \u003cstrong data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2612\"\u003ecurrant and red berry\u003c\/strong\u003e notes that complement the malt base beautifully. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, dry, and glowing with spice—citrus zest and oak warmth linger comfortably, making this whiskey a memorable sipper. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2878\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2880\" data-end=\"2900\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2880\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2902\" data-end=\"3331\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2902\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2902\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2902\" data-end=\"2913\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"align-top\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2913\" data-end=\"2924\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"align-top\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"3331\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"2949\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"2970\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e46.5 % \/ 93 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"2989\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2989\" data-end=\"3009\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eNorthern Ireland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3074\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3023\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3074\"\u003eSmall-batch single malt, Private Reserve series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3096\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAging \/ Maturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3161\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e6 yrs in bourbon \u0026amp; sherry casks + ~4 yrs Bordeaux cask finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3248\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3181\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3181\" data-end=\"3248\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRed currants, raspberries, roasted wood, vanilla, citrus, spice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3249\" data-end=\"3331\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3249\" data-end=\"3268\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3331\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eLimited Irish single malt with Bordeaux wine cask influence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3336\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3338\" data-end=\"3501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3338\" data-end=\"3358\"\u003eCocktail Recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3358\" data-end=\"3361\"\u003eThis whiskey is compelling \u003cstrong data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3422\"\u003eneat or with a splash of water\u003c\/strong\u003e to open the aromatics, but it also holds its own in refined whiskey cocktails:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3503\" data-end=\"3531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3503\" data-end=\"3529\"\u003eBordeaux Old-Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3758\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vux18y\" data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3534\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003e2 oz Bushmills Private Reserve 10-Year Bordeaux Cask\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sehdxf\" data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003e1\/4 oz demerara syrup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rhsqz1\" data-start=\"3615\" data-end=\"3758\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3617\" data-end=\"3758\"\u003e2 dashes orange bitters\u003cbr data-start=\"3640\" data-end=\"3643\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3643\" data-end=\"3654\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir with ice until chilled; strain into a rocks glass over a large cube; garnish with an orange twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3797\"\u003eIrish Manhattan (Wine Cask Twist)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3800\" data-end=\"3998\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vux18y\" data-start=\"3800\" data-end=\"3856\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3856\"\u003e2 oz Bushmills Private Reserve 10-Year Bordeaux Cask\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"iph3jq\" data-start=\"3857\" data-end=\"3880\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3859\" data-end=\"3880\"\u003e1 oz sweet vermouth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i1syfh\" data-start=\"3881\" data-end=\"3998\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3883\" data-end=\"3998\"\u003e2 dashes aromatic bitters\u003cbr data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"3911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3911\" data-end=\"3922\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir with ice; 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