A little background

The Busker is a “new world” Irish Whiskey that pays homage to its Irish roots. But unlike other Irish Whiskies, The Busker was born to be in America. The Busker Single Malt is part of The Busker Single Collection. According to The Busker, in the history of Ireland, the centuries-old production of whiskey has always consisted of three classic styles: Single Grain, Single Malt and Single Pot Still. The Busker Single Malt is matured and finished in bourbon and sherry casks before being bottled at 88.6 proof and sold for an MSRP of around $30 USD.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Yellow Gold

Nose

Apricots, simple syrup, honey, lemon, and cereal.

Palate

Dried fruit, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, apples, and of course, malt.

Finish

A pleasantly long and slightly drying finish. Lingering notes of vanilla, citrus, cereal, and cinnamon apples.

In closing

The Busker Single Malt is very enjoyable from the sweet nose all the way through to the lengthy finish. There isn’t anything about this bottle that makes it jump out from the crowd in regards to uniqueness, however, what’s here is fantastic. The flavors are super balanced and this is a downright approachable Irish Whiskey. This is something I might suggest to someone looking to explore the world of Single Malts without overwhelming them. For $30, this is a no-brainer! Pick up a bottle, you won’t be disappointed!

NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of The Busker. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.