I prefer the sexton single malt more than this one. I also prefer the Bushmills Black Bush blended whiskey over this one. The Black Bush is also my go to whiskey.
@@dennis85573 sexton and black bush are both great value for money, with a lovely hit of sherry. That said, I do appreciate the simplicity of this one, and that it's just an uncomplicated, easy drinker
Sounds interesting not sure how to take this one. My take on a higher ABV would be I can always add my own water or ice and that the flavor is usually more concentrated with less water. The only thing that scares me about this is the reference to gin. I'm going to have to buy it and try it great review my friend.
The biggest crime with that bushmills 16 is that it comes in at 40%, still a great dram though. And yeah, the bushmills white label is, to me, one of the worst bottom shelf options
Watching this review while enjoying my first glass of the 10-year. It is very strong in green apple and honey/caramel both in the nose and on the tongue. This is rivaling Green Spot for a nice and fruity whisky. -Slainte
I need to try this again. It is affordable and I do remember the floral and fruit notes, but overall I did not like it enough to purchase again. I even prefer Black Bush. However, your excitement makes me think I must have missed something! Thanks for sharing!
Cheers Jon! It's definitely an easy sipper, and I was more excited by how approachable it was as I'm always happy to see bottles which anyone can love and which can easily be popped open and passed around. I'd be with you in thinking that black Bush has a bit more complexity with the heavy sherry influence, so the... 'simpleness' of this one might leave something to be desired for a more experienced person like yourself.
That's a little of what I mean for this being a "guard whiskey" I think I like it a bit more than you, but I definitely prefer other releases but this is one I'd reach for when I'm not looking for something special
40% abv is simply watered down. Smooth generally means bland. Their new Private Reserve 10 year with 4 different cask finishes available is anything but bland. It is 46% and not chill filtered with loads of flavor, finish and good complexity. Whatever the 40% version tastes like, it is simply less than what it could and should.
It's always been a disappointment that so many of the 'top shelf' Bushmills have been at 40%. While this is a nice daily drinker, I'm happy to see more... Real whiskey coming from them
What's one of your 'go-to' whiskeys?
I prefer the sexton single malt more than this one. I also prefer the Bushmills Black Bush blended whiskey over this one. The Black Bush is also my go to whiskey.
@@dennis85573 sexton and black bush are both great value for money, with a lovely hit of sherry. That said, I do appreciate the simplicity of this one, and that it's just an uncomplicated, easy drinker
@@TheWhiskeyNerd Cheers Slainte.
Our go-to store is finally upping its Bushmills game. We've not explored the line too much but will start. Cheers to ya for the reminder!
Always happy to share the good word of Irish whiskey!
I am not generally a Bushmills fan, but this is the best one I have tried. Lots of nice notes packed in that light whisky 🙂
Totally agree!
My father and I used to drink this. Really good on a Christmas morning.
Totally agree, very easy sipper!
The whiskey for gin drinkers! Love it! I love the sound of these floral notes. Thank you Matt!
Very floral and clean! Super easy to drink too!
I loved this one too. Only tried it at the end of last year and it is definitely going to remain as a go-to of mine. Great bang-for-buck on price too.
Yeah, it's a great shelf staple bottle, one which is super easy to enjoy, easy to find replacements, and not too expensive!
Now THAT is a drink worth saving for 10 years Matt!
It was definitely time well spent!
Nice review, thanks. I'm gonna go try some now.
Hope you enjoy it!
Sounds interesting not sure how to take this one. My take on a higher ABV would be I can always add my own water or ice and that the flavor is usually more concentrated with less water. The only thing that scares me about this is the reference to gin. I'm going to have to buy it and try it great review my friend.
Might be worth trying before buying.
And yeah, higher proof is always better in my book, gives you more options for how to enjoy it!
Does the rebranding also changed the taste ? I'm still going through the previous design bottle .
I haven't noticed a change in the flavour profile with the new branding.
Ok thank you.
Another one I could buy! I'll wait til the red spots runs out though :) Cheers!
Might not live up to the red spot, but it will be an enjoyable sipper!
not a big Bushmills lower end fan. I think they start getting really good at their Bushmills 16
The biggest crime with that bushmills 16 is that it comes in at 40%, still a great dram though. And yeah, the bushmills white label is, to me, one of the worst bottom shelf options
I don't think I have ever seen that brand ill be on the look out for it
You should!
Watching this review while enjoying my first glass of the 10-year. It is very strong in green apple and honey/caramel both in the nose and on the tongue. This is rivaling Green Spot for a nice and fruity whisky.
-Slainte
Glad you enjoy it! It's definitely a lovely whiskey!
I do enjoy me some Bushmills
I can see why!
I need to try this again. It is affordable and I do remember the floral and fruit notes, but overall I did not like it enough to purchase again. I even prefer Black Bush. However, your excitement makes me think I must have missed something! Thanks for sharing!
Cheers Jon! It's definitely an easy sipper, and I was more excited by how approachable it was as I'm always happy to see bottles which anyone can love and which can easily be popped open and passed around.
I'd be with you in thinking that black Bush has a bit more complexity with the heavy sherry influence, so the... 'simpleness' of this one might leave something to be desired for a more experienced person like yourself.
@@TheWhiskeyNerd Maybe that is it. Either way, I should give it another go. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I'm Irish and adore Irish whiskey.. but caramel overwhelms BM 10. Not good enough.
That's a little of what I mean for this being a "guard whiskey" I think I like it a bit more than you, but I definitely prefer other releases but this is one I'd reach for when I'm not looking for something special
Love Bushmills in general 🤩
There's a lot in their range to love!
Great stuff Brotha!
Cheers man!
I had a snort of Bushmills 10 at a liquor store that has a tasting bar & liked it enough to warrant picking up a bottle. It was smooth.
Such a smooth, rounded out dram!
40% abv is simply watered down. Smooth generally means bland. Their new Private Reserve 10 year with 4 different cask finishes available is anything but bland. It is 46% and not chill filtered with loads of flavor, finish and good complexity. Whatever the 40% version tastes like, it is simply less than what it could and should.
It's always been a disappointment that so many of the 'top shelf' Bushmills have been at 40%. While this is a nice daily drinker, I'm happy to see more... Real whiskey coming from them