Description
Bushmills 10 Year Private Reserve Moscatel Casks Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Irish Single Malt | 48.5% ABV | 97 Proof | 750mL | Aged 10 Years | Northern Ireland | 2013 Vintage | Non-Chill Filtered
Process & Profile
Bushmills 10 Year Private Reserve Moscatel Casks explores the influence of Portuguese wine casks on triple-distilled Irish single malt. Made from 100% unpeated malted barley, this 2013 vintage spends six years in bourbon barrels and Oloroso sherry casks before finishing for at least four years in Moscatel casks.
The extended finish develops a floral, fruit-forward profile, moving from orange blossom and caramelized sugar into mandarin orange, peach, and apricot. Vanilla and jam-like sweetness add richness, while a gently dry finish balances the fruit. Bottled at 97 proof without chill filtration, this limited Private Reserve release offers a distinctive direction for drinkers exploring wine-finished Irish whiskey.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Delicate floral aromas, orange blossom, and caramelized sugar.
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Palate: Jam-like sweetness and vanilla, followed by ripe mandarin orange, peach, and apricot.
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Finish: Long and fruity, with lingering sweetness and a slightly dry close.
What Makes It Special
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Portuguese Moscatel casks: A wine cask finish that highlights floral and ripe fruit notes.
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Four-year minimum finish: An extended second maturation following six years in bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks.
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10-year age statement: Includes both stages of barrel aging.
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2013 vintage: Identifies the year the whiskey was distilled.
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Triple-distilled single malt: Produced from 100% unpeated malted barley.
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Non-chill filtered: Presented at 48.5% ABV in the limited Private Reserve collection.
How to Enjoy
Start neat in a tulip-shaped glass to explore the floral aromas and citrus fruit flavors. Add a few drops of water to find your preferred balance, or serve over a large ice cube for a chilled pour.
For a pairing, try almond biscotti, an apricot tart, or a mild aged cheese.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the Moscatel cask finish in Bushmills Private Reserve?
It is a finishing period in Portuguese Moscatel wine casks after the whiskey’s initial bourbon barrel and Oloroso sherry cask maturation. -
How long is Bushmills Private Reserve Moscatel Casks aged?
It spends six years in bourbon barrels and Oloroso sherry casks, followed by at least four years in Moscatel casks, for a 10-year age statement. -
What does the Moscatel cask release taste like?
Expect orange blossom, caramelized sugar, vanilla, and jam-like sweetness, followed by mandarin orange, peach, and apricot. The finish is long, fruity, and slightly dry. -
Is Bushmills 10 Year Private Reserve Moscatel Casks peated?
No. It is made from unpeated malted barley, with a profile centered on floral aromas, ripe fruit, and vanilla. -
Where can I buy Bushmills 10 Year Private Reserve Moscatel Casks Single Malt Irish Whiskey?
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