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Bushmills Irish Whiskey Glass

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A great whiskey glass will open up the aromas and flavors, and like a great wine, can truly be appreciated when sipped from the right style of glass. For this reason, whiskey glasses tend to be small, holding approximately 6-12 ounces; keep in mind that many of these glasses are designed to give the whiskey some breathing room in the glass, so never fill a whiskey glass to the top. The point of fine whiskey glassware is to allow the whiskey to release its aromas and flavors, and enjoy small amounts of it sipped slowly and in appreciation. Glass will have a longer life in your glassware collection because it is more sturdy than crystal; it's also a better option for those who use whiskey glasses frequently and want something that will hold up over the years. For those who may not use whiskey glasses as often and prefer something more delicate, crystal is an appealing option because it offers a shinier, sparkling appearance and often comes with beautiful etching. Crystal glassware also makes a great gift for newlyweds or spirits connoisseurs. Whether you’re pouring whiskey from a favorite decanter or straight from the bottle, it’s always best to serve top-notch whiskey in a glass that will properly highlight the spirit. When browsing this list, you’ll want to consider the shape, style, and weight of the glass. There’s also a personal element of individual taste that plays into choosing the best whiskey glass. “It depends on your personal preference and how complex you want the taste and smell,” says Alex Thomas, Bushmills Master Blender. These glasses are gorgeous, perfectly sized for your hand, and have a seductive weight. We love the design of this glass because it brings out the very best bouquet, strengthening the complex aromas like vanilla and baking spices that come from the barrel aging in fine whiskeys. Despite their crystal composition, their durable construction and sturdy base make them top-shelf dishwasher safe.

Bushmills was quietly able to continue making whiskey in its sleepy uninterrupted style up until 1972 when it was acquired by Seagrams and eventually merged with Irish Distillers in 1978. Now in the hands of a multi-national there was the opportunity for investment and expansion. The distillery grew and capacity increased. Ownership of IDL changed over the years. Then, in 2005 Bushmills was ‘offered’ to Diageo as a pawn one of the industry’s mega sales of brands and lesser companies. Diageo spent over €100 million on the distillery, ramping up production in anticipation increased sales. Crystal is an enhanced form of glass that is fortified with metal alloys to give a shinier aesthetic; therefore, crystal will always look more radiant. Generally speaking, the addition of metal alloys to give crystal that shine is what makes it more delicate than glass. Whether you choose crystal or glass, neither will change the taste of your whiskey (the most important factor to remember for aroma and flavor is the shape of the glass, which is fundamental to the sensory experience).Bankruptcy brought in another change of ownership and James Steen Boyd and Charles C. Connor emerged as the major shareholders and directors. Again it was a fortunate time for a change. The vine louse phylloxera vastatrix was decimating European vineyards and as a consequence French brandy was almost impossible to come across. Whiskey was set to take the world by storm and Boyd invested ambitiously in a steam boat to carry Bushmills to far flung destinations. It was a bold idea but ended in costly failure for he hadn’t made an accurate cost assessment. He rather foolishly sent it on a round-the-world maiden voyage when the time would have been better spent ferrying whiskey across the Atlantic to thirsty Americans. The distillery had managed to struggle on but in 1920 amid accusations of tax evasion the company was liquidated. By 1923 the distillery was up for sale again, but this time Ireland was a very different place. Enter another Boyd, this time Samuel Wilson Boyd. This time the distillery was under a different kind of ownership. Boyd had a salesman’s flair and also the ability to spin a good yarn. Unlike most other Irish distillers he was able to route his whiskey into the speakeasies of Prohibition era America effectively sealing the company’s reputation in the States for decades to come.

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