Bushmills 1982

Bushmills Irish Whiskey stands as the world's oldest licensed whiskey distillery, with roots tracing back to 1490 and receiving its official license from King James I in 1608. Nestled in the village of Bushmills, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, this iconic brand represents the pinnacle of Irish whiskey craftsmanship. Favored by governments as a diplomatic gift for foreign dignitaries, Bushmills embodies centuries of distilling excellence. The whiskey is crafted from 100% malted barley, pure Irish water, and proprietary yeast strains. Following malting, the barley is dried in closed kilns, milled into grist, and mashed to create a sweet wort. After fermentation, the wash undergoes Bushmills' signature triple distillation in traditional copper pot stills—a distinctive practice that sets Irish whiskey apart from its Scottish counterparts, which typically employ double distillation. This third distillation creates an exceptionally smooth, refined spirit with remarkable purity and approachable character, making it the cornerstone of Northern Ireland's whiskey heritage.