Name: Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel
Brand: Bushmills
Price: 399.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel taste like?

Accepted Answer

Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel is characterised by Vanilla, New Wood, Honey, Fresh Fruit notes. This Bushmills single malt was distilled in 1982 and aged in a single American white oak cask before bottling at 51.5% ABV for the Millennium. Nearly 20 years of maturation created a rare snapshot of Irish distilling from a private collection.

Question 2

Is Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel sweet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel is noticeably sweet (72/100), with flavours like Vanilla, Honey, Fresh Fruit.

Question 4

Is Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel costs £399 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 51.6% ABV, Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel?

Accepted Answer

Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel?

Accepted Answer

Serve Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel similar to Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel and Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey, Fresh Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) costs £331.43 vs £399 for Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel.

Question 11

Is Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel similar to Tomintoul 25 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel and Tomintoul 25 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Tomintoul 25 Year Old costs £364.95 vs £399 for Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel.

Question 12

How does Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel is sweet and approachable, while Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is known for Smokey, Kippery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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