Region
Ireland
Founded
1608
Products
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Avg. Price
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Heritage
418+ years of heritage
Owner
Proximo Spirits
ABV Range
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Awards
3 recognised
Signature Profile
Flavour Profile
Profile based on regional characteristics and distillery style. Individual expressions may vary.
From Source to Spirit
Production Process
Malting
5–7 daysBarley is soaked in water, allowed to germinate, then dried in a kiln. Peat may be used for smoky character.
Mashing
6–8 hoursThe malted barley is ground into grist and mixed with hot water in a mash tun to extract fermentable sugars.
Fermentation
48–120 hoursThe sugary wort is transferred to washbacks (wooden or steel) where yeast converts sugars to alcohol.
Distillation
6–8 hours × 2The wash is distilled twice (or thrice) in copper pot stills. The still shape profoundly influences the spirit's character.
Maturation
3–50+ yearsNew make spirit enters oak casks — ex-bourbon, sherry, wine or virgin oak — and matures in the warehouse.
Bottling
Final stageAfter reaching optimal maturity, the whisky is vatted or bottled as single cask, diluted to strength and packaged.
The Story of Old Bushmills
Old Bushmills holds the distinction of being the world's oldest licensed whiskey distillery, with a grant to distill dating back to 1608. Located in the village of Bushmills near the Giant's Causeway, the distillery triple-distils its spirit and uses a combination of malted and unmalted barley.
Recognition & Excellence
Awards & Achievements
Old Bushmills Flagship Expression
Ultimate Spirits Challenge
Old Bushmills Reserve
IWSC
Old Bushmills Special Edition
World Whiskies Awards
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About Old Bushmills Distillery
Old Bushmills is located in Bushmills, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, established in 1608. Currently owned by Proximo Spirits, the distillery is known for producing exceptional spirits that reflect its unique terroir and heritage.
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