Bushmills 1995 “Marsala Cask” Single Malt (Causeway Collection)

The Bushmills 1995 Marsala Cask Single Malt is one of the standout expressions in the acclaimed Causeway Collection — a series dedicated to rare, cask-strength single malts that showcase the artistry of Ireland’s oldest licensed distillery. Distilled in 1995 and bottled in 2021, this exceptional release spent over 10 years maturing in Oloroso sherry butts and bourbon barrels, before being transferred to Marsala wine casks from Sicily for an extraordinary 15-year finishing period.

Bottled at its natural cask strength of 57.8% ABV and non-chill filtered, it delivers an indulgent balance of sweetness, spice, and oak maturity. Aromas of dark berries, honey, and molasses lead into flavours of roasted nuts, leather, and brown sugar, enriched by the silky sweetness of the Marsala wine. The finish is long and luxurious, unfolding in waves of oak, dried fruit, and warming spice.

This release exemplifies Bushmills’ mastery of wood finishing — a patient, precise approach that allows the cask to shape the whiskey without overwhelming its malt purity. The result is a whiskey of remarkable elegance, depth, and individuality — a true collector’s treasure.

The Old Bushmills Distillery, located on the rugged north coast of County Antrim, has been producing whiskey since 1608, making it the world’s oldest licensed distillery. For over four centuries, Bushmills has remained dedicated to triple distillation, crafting single malt whiskey renowned for its smoothness and complexity.

The Causeway Collection, named after the nearby Giant’s Causeway, reflects Bushmills’ connection to its landscape and its willingness to push the boundaries of maturation. Each release in the series explores rare cask finishes and long-aged malt, with the 1995 Marsala Cask standing among its most distinctive achievements.

Through meticulous cask selection and decades of aging, Bushmills 1995 Marsala Cask represents both the heritage and innovation that define the distillery — a whiskey of power and grace, shaped by time, wood, and tradition.

Style: Irish Single Malt Whiskey

Region: County Antrim, Northern Ireland

Producer: The Old Bushmills Distillery — Ireland’s oldest licensed distillery (est. 1608)

Distilled: 1995

Bottled: 2021 (Causeway Collection release)

ABV: 57.8% (Cask Strength)

Maturation: Initially matured in Oloroso sherry butts and bourbon barrels for over 10 years, followed by nearly 15 years of finishing in Marsala wine casks from Sicily

Cask Influence: Marsala casks impart luxurious sweetness, rich fruit depth, and complex spice with notes of oak and dark sugar

Filtration: Non-chill filtered

Limited Release: Part of the Bushmills Causeway Collection — small-batch, cask-strength single malts

Appearance: Deep amber gold with mahogany highlights