Bushmills 10 Year Private Reserve Moscatel Casks Irish Whiskey 750mL

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

• Nose: Delicate floral aromas, orange blossom, and caramelized sugar.

• Palate: Jam-like sweetness and vanilla, followed by ripe mandarin orange, peach, and apricot.

• Finish: Long and fruity, with lingering sweetness and a slightly dry close.

What Makes It Special

• Portuguese Moscatel casks: A wine cask finish that highlights floral and ripe fruit notes.

• Four-year minimum finish: An extended second maturation following six years in bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks.

• 10-year age statement: Includes both stages of barrel aging.

• 2013 vintage: Identifies the year the whiskey was distilled.

• Triple-distilled single malt: Produced from 100% unpeated malted barley.

• 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

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Where can I buy Bushmills 10 Year Private Reserve Moscatel Casks Single Malt Irish Whiskey?
   You can purchase Bushmills 10 Year Private Reserve Moscatel Casks Single Malt Irish Whiskey directly from The Barrel Tap.