Bushmills, the world’s oldest distillery, continues to innovate with the release of its 26 Year Old Crystal Malt, an exciting new addition to its Prestige Collection.
This whiskey, aged for 26 years in first-fill ex-bourbon casks, features crystal malt—an incredibly rare barley treatment that caramelizes the sugars to create a distinctively sweeter profile.
The result is a harmonious blend of pear drop candy, caramel, and subtle complexity that highlights Bushmills’ legacy of craftsmanship and its ability to push the boundaries of traditional whiskey-making.
This rare malt was first used by Bushmills in 1997, making the 26 Year Old a direct continuation of the distillery’s groundbreaking experiments.
Crystal malt has gained attention in recent years for its rich, sweet flavors, but Bushmills was the first Irish distillery to explore it over two decades ago.
Now, after 26 years of maturation, this release represents the perfect marriage of innovation and tradition.
The 26 Year Old Crystal Malt is the most innovative release in the Bushmills Prestige Collection, alongside the 25, 30, and 31 Year Old expressions, each of which showcases the distillery’s commitment to aging excellence and high-quality cask selections.
For those seeking a whiskey with unparalleled sweetness, depth, and craftsmanship, the 26 Year Old is an exceptional offering in the ever-evolving world of premium Irish whiskey.
