"What makes this expression stand out is its foundation: crystal malt. Unlike traditional malted barley, crystal malt is kilned in a way that crystallizes its sugars, creating rich caramelized flavors before the spirit even touches oak. It's a rare and complex base ingredient, one that delivers immediate depth and character right at distillation. Triple distilled on November 20, 1997, this whiskey has spent the last 26 years aging exclusively in first fill bourbon barrels sourced from Kelvin Cooperage in Kentucky."
"At 46% ABV, the Bushmills 26 Year Old Crystal Malt has been bottled to preserve every nuance of its unique profile. The whiskey pours a golden hue, lighter than one might expect from such age, yet full of complexity. That duality-elegant brightness paired with rich flavor-makes it a striking outlier in Bushmills' catalog. The tasting notes lean indulgent. On the nose, there's a rush of caramel and creamy chocolate, backed by whispers of oak."
Bushmills debuts the 26 Year Old Crystal Malt in the U.S., an ultra-premium expression built on crystal malt rather than traditional malted barley. Crystal malt is kilned to crystallize sugars, producing caramelized flavors before maturation. The spirit was triple distilled on November 20, 1997, and aged 26 years exclusively in first-fill Kentucky bourbon barrels from Kelvin Cooperage. Bottled at 46% ABV, it pours a surprisingly light golden hue while offering complex, indulgent flavors. Aromas include caramel and creamy chocolate with oak notes. The palate shows velvety vanilla and malt sweetness, a touch of spice, and a long, warming finish.
Read at stupidDOPE | Est. 2008
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