Bushmills Causeway Collection 2008 Jupille Cask

Bold wood. Red fruit. Masterfully matured.
Deep under northern skies, by the basalt cliffs of County Antrim, there lies a story of time, wood, and daring cask work. Bushmills 2008 Jupille Cask – The Causeway Collection is one such tale: a limited-edition Irish single malt that pushes the boundaries of tradition. Distilled on 5th June 2008 and finally bottled in 2021, this whiskey spent ten years maturing in ex-Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry barrels before being finished for three years in rare French oak from the Jupille Forest, tucked near the Loire Valley. Bottled at cask strength (55.1% ABV) and non-chill filtered, it carries the essence of Bushmills’ heritage fused with bold, innovative wood character.

From its first aromas, you’ll sense black fruits and sweet oak, a warmth that speaks of its time in Sherry, softened by Bourbon, then refined by the dense, tightly grained Jupille French oak. As that unfolds, subtle spices, pear, and fragrant herbal notes emerge — a balance between power and elegance, distilled by patience and careful artistry. For Ireland’s whisky lover, this is not just a dram; it’s a journey: from the Giant’s Causeway’s rugged beauty to the silent shade of French forests.

Why we love it:
A true connoisseur’s Irish whiskey — rich, intense, and exquisitely layered. The use of tight-grain Jupille oak offers something truly distinctive and luxurious. A powerful statement in any premium whiskey collection.