The Bushmills 1608-400th Anniversary Edition Irish Blended Whiskey is a special release to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the license to distill “aqua vitae” in Antrim, originally granted in 1608 to Sir Thomas Phillips. Here are some details about this unique whiskey: • Origin: Bushmills Irish Whiskey comes from the Old Bushmills Distillery, located in the County Antrim at the northernmost tip of the Irish coast in Northern Ireland. Since 1608, they have been producing whiskey with the world’s first license for “Uisce Beatha” (the water of life). • Composition: The Bushmills 1608-400th Anniversary Edition is a blended whiskey with a remarkable 90% malt content. It’s not chill-filtered and is bottled at a robust 46% ABV. • Tasting Notes: o Nose: Hints of roses and fruits, along with aromas of olive oil, fruits, and honey. o Palate: Starts with a honeyed sweetness, followed by fruit candies, transitioning to oaky notes with toffee and bourbon. o Finish: A long finish with wood and honey flavors. This whiskey has received accolades, including being named Best Irish Blended Whiskey (No Age Statement) at the World Whiskies Awards twice, most recently in 2012. Rating: 92/100, Wine Enthusiast Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2016: 83/100 1 Bottle of Bushmills 1608-400th Anniversary Edition Irish Blended Whiskey 46% Vol 750 ml Please see photos for specifics. Before Bidding, Please be sure that you can Import this lot to your country. Duties / taxes and other levies per country may vary.