Bushmills Irish Whiskey is made at Ireland’s oldest working distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The brand portfolio includes five award-winning whiskeys: Bushmills, Black Bush, Bushmills 10 year Malt, 16 year Malt and 21 year Malt. Bushmills is the only distillery in Ireland to make triple-distilled malt whiskey. This is at the heart of all Bushmills whiskeys and creates a unique combination of smoothness and richness.
In 2008 Bushmills celebrated the 400th anniversary of the original licence to distil whiskey granted to the Bushmills area in 1608. The distillery marked the occasion with the release of a limited edition Irish whiskey of exceptional smoothness, Bushmills 1608. Bushmills Irish Whiskey is owned by Diageo, the world’s leading premium drinks business. With its global vision, and local marketing focus, Diageo brings to consumers an outstanding collection of beverage alcohol brands across the spirits, wine and beer.
Watch whiskey making take place and enjoy a wee taster too as we unlock the secrets of 400 years of distilling at the home of Irish whiskey. For the ultimate Bushmills experience, book a visit by calling +44 (0) 28 207 33218 or +44 (0)28 207 33272 or email valarie.coils@diageo.com.
OPENING TIMES 2010
JANUARY – FEBRUARY
Monday to Friday 9.15am to 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 12.30pm to 5.00pm. Last tour each day 3.30pm. Last admission to Gift Shop 4.45pm, Restaurant 4.30pm.
MARCH – OCTOBER 2010
Monday to Saturday 9.15am - 5.00pm, Sunday Opening March – June & October 12.00noon - 5.00pm, Sunday Opening July, August & September 11.00am – 5.00pm. Last admission to Gift Shop 4.45pm, Restaurant 4.30pm, Last tour 4.00pm each day.
Late evening opening NW200 Race Week
Wednesday 12th & Thursday 13th May until 7.00pm. Last tours 6.00pm. Last admission to Restaurant 6.30pm and to Gift Shop 6.45pm.
Late evening Opening July and August.
Wednesday 28th & Thursday 29th July until 7.00pm. Wednesday 4th & Thursday 5th August until 7.00pm. Wednesday 12th & Thursday 13th August until 7.00pm. Wednesday18th & Thursday 19th August until 7.00pm. Last tours 6.00pm. Last admission to Restaurant 6.30pm and to Gift Shop 6.45pm.
NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2010
See January and February for opening times.
Tours will run approx every 15 - 20 minutes during times shown. There are no set tour times except for groups who book in advance. Groups booked in advance will have set tour times. Last bookable tour time for groups - 1.00pm. There are no Sunday group bookings taken.
Duration of formal tour: 45 - 60 minutes
Children under 8 years old are welcome to visit the Distillery but are not permitted to join guided tours.
The tour is not suitable for persons with walking difficulties or wheelchair users.
For security and safety reasons we do not permit large back packs to be carried on tour.
Back packs, luggage or motorcycle helmets cannot be stored.
An admission charge applies for the guided tour and tasting
Dates of Closure
Good Friday – 2nd April 2010 open 9.15am to 12.00noon afternoon. Last Tour 11.30am. Last Tour 11.30am, last admission to Gift Shop 11.45am, Restaurant 11.30am. Closed Good Friday afternoon and Monday 12th July (Public Holiday).
23rd Decemeber – 1 January 2011