Ulster whiskey

Ulster holds a storied place in Irish distilling history, anchored on the Antrim coast by Bushmills, renowned for triple-distilled single malt matured in bourbon, oloroso sherry and fortified wine casks.

The province has expanded with new distilling ventures across Northern Ireland, including Hinch in County Down, Killowen in the Mourne Mountains crafting small-batch pot still whiskey and peated spirit, and single malts such as The Sexton.

  • 7 bottles in stock
  • 1 distilleries
  • From £24.00, median £43.99
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Questions

What is the best Ulster whiskey?
The highest-reviewed Ulster whiskey is Bushmills 21 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey, costing £160.00 (86.7/100 from 186 member ratings). The most commonly reviewed is Bushmills 10 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey, costing £43.99 (81.3/100 from 319 ratings). Ulster whiskey is mostly sweet. 14% comes from sherry casks, the median age statement is 16 years and the median strength is 40% ABV.
What is the cheapest Ulster whiskey?
The cheapest Ulster whiskey is Proper No. Twelve (12) (40% ABV, 70cl), at £24.00 from The Whisky Shop. That is £28.99 delivered to the UK mainland for one bottle. Next cheapest: The Sexton (£28.00) and Bushmills Black Bush Irish Whiskey (£32.99).
How much does Ulster whiskey cost?
Ulster whiskey costs from £24.00 to £160.00, with a median of £43.99 for a full-size bottle. The dearest is Bushmills 21 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey.
What is the oldest Ulster whiskey you can buy?
Bushmills 21 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey, at 21 years old, from £160.00. Members rate it 86.7/100 from 186 ratings.
What is Ulster's distilling history?
Ulster is home to the Old Bushmills Distillery in County Antrim, which traces licensed distilling on its site back to 1608, making it one of the world’s oldest. In recent years the province has seen a wave of artisan newcomers, including Hinch on the Ballynahinch estate and Killowen in the Mourne Mountains.
Which distilleries are in Ulster?
Active producers include Bushmills in County Antrim, alongside Hinch and Killowen in County Down.