The Ardara Releases Second Edition of Ardara Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Ardara Second Edition of Ardara Single Malt Irish Whiskey The Ardara Distillery, home of Sliabh Liag Distillers, released the 2026 Edition of Ardara Single Malt Irish Whiskey on Saturday 8th August 2026 – the second release of the heavily peated Donegal single...
Great Northern Distillery Agrees Long-Term Cooperation Agreement with China’s Tsingtao Brewery
GND agrees long-term agreement with Tsingtao Brewery Great Northern Distillery (“GND”), one of Ireland’s largest independent whiskey producers, has signed a long-term cooperation agreement with Tsingtao Brewery, one of China’s leading...
Thomas Connolly unveil Dunville’s 1808 single cask release
Award winning Sligo bar releases Dunville’s 1808 single cask bottling Thomas Connolly’s has partnered with Dunville’s Irish Whiskey for their latest exclusive single cask release. As part of the acclaimed 1808 Casked In Bond series, this becomes the 21st...
Croithlí summer gathering marks anniversary with two new whiskey launches
The Crolly Distillery marks fourth anniversary of its award-winning visitor centre with two new releases The Croithlí Summer Whiskey Gathering attracted more than 100 enthusiasts from across Ireland and beyond to The Crolly Distillery on Saturday last, marking...
Public Consultation on Irish Whiskey Product Specification
The Government’s Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine to open Public Consultation on Irish Whiskey Product Specification The Department has published details of the Public Consultation on Irish Whiskey Product Specification which will begin on...
Bacardi Takes Full Ownership Of Teeling Irish Whiskey
Bacardi has now taken full ownership of Teeling Irish Whiskey Having taken an initial minority stake in the business in 2017, to a majority stake in 2022, and as of today full ownership. Bacardi and Teeling have issues the following press release: Irish...
The Ardara Distillery wins two major International awards
Donegal distillery recognised at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and the Tokyo Whisky and Spirits Competition The Ardara Distillery, in county Donegal, has claimed two major international accolades at two of the world’s most respected spirits’...
Ballina Whiskey Release Single Cask 7 year old Sauternes Aged Irish Whiskey
New release from Ballina Whiskey Since launching last October, the team at Ballina Whiskey in county Mayo have kept a busy schedule. In addition to bottling their two signature single malt releases they have also successfully opened their inspirational...
LYQD Publishes Irish Whiskey Supply Report 2026
Ireland’s first independent Irish whiskey inventory report, commissioned by LYQD, reveals the scale, resilience and untapped potential of one of the world’s fastest-growing whiskey categories Deep in bonded warehouses across Ireland, approximately...
Teeling Whiskey Releases Distillery Exclusive Negroni Cask
Teeling Whiskey Releases Distillery Exclusive Negroni Cask for World Whiskey Day To celebrate World Whiskey Day, Teeling announced the newest addition to their Range of Distillery Exclusive Whiskeys – Teeling Distillery Exclusive Negroni Cask, one of...
Two Irish Icons Unite: Tullamore D.E.W. Distillery and O’Neills Launch Limited-Edition Jersey
Tullamore D.E.W. Distillery and O’Neills Launch Limited-Edition Jersey Two of Ireland’s great makers are coming together once more as Tullamore D.E.W. Distillery and O’Neills launch a limited-edition jersey celebrating Irish craft, community and pride of place...
Exclusive Redbreast 25-year-old Single Cask Whiskey Release for The Palace Bar
The Palace Bar Dublin launches exclusive Redbreast 25-year-old Single Cask Whiskey Whiskey enthusiasts from all over Ireland gathered in Dublin for the launch of a very special bottling for The Palace Bar, one of Ireland’s most loved pubs. The night...
The Shed Distillery releases ten-year-old Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Landmark reached for Shed Distillery as they release 10-year-old Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey On 21st December 2014 the first distillation in Connacht in over 101 years took place at The Shed Distillery of PJ Rigney in Drumshanbo Co. Leitrim. Over...
Redacted Independent Bottlers release 5-year-old Single Pot Still
Redacted Independent Bottlers release a Boann Distillery 5-year-old Single Pot Still matured in French Tronçais Cask Redacted Independent Bottlers have announced the latest addition to their growing portfolio of independently bottled Irish whiskey releases: a 5...
The Whiskey Reserve release Exclusive Midleton Very Rare 25 Year Old Single Cask
The Whiskey Reserve showcases their latest addition to their amazing whiskey collection In 2021, The Whiskey Reserve opened its doors on Temple Lane in Dublin’s city centre. It has since gone on to become a leading premium spirits retailer, award winning...
Irish Whiskey and Scotch Whisky leaders meet to discuss global trade
Bi-lateral meeting in Dublin last week between Irish Whiskey Association and Scotch Whiskey Association The representative bodies of the Irish Whiskey and Scotch Whisky industries – Irish Whiskey Association (IWA) and the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) –...
Irish Whiskey Association statement on Transatlantic Tariffs
IWA Statement May 1st 2026 The Irish Whiskey Association (IWA), the representative voice for the Irish Whiskey category on the island of Ireland, welcomes any move toward restoring tariff-free transatlantic spirits trade. We share the US...
Baoilleach Distillery unveil first Irish Whiskey – An Chéad
Donegal’s Baoilleach Distillery launch An Chéad Irish Whiskey Baoilleach Distillery is located in a small cottage just outside the village of Carrigart, County Donegal on the Wild Atlantic Way overlooking Mulroy Bay. One of the smallest distilleries in Ireland,...
Killowen Barántúil Irish Whiskey Single Oloroso Cask
Killowen mixed mash Irish Whiskey A limited release of 120 bottles which came from maturing a spirit distilled from a mixed mash bill of malted and unmalted barley, unmalted oats and unmalted rye. A 120L Oloroso cask was used to mature the spirit for 3 years and was...
Yeats Irish Whiskey Launches limited edition first expression, inspired by W.B. Yeats and his connection with Sligo
Yeats Irish Whiskey makes premier appearance at Ireland’s National Theatre Dublin’s Abbey Theatre was the perfect venue for the debut of the inaugural expression of Yeats Irish Whiskey. The Abbey Theatre was founded as a national theatre for Ireland...
New initiatives at Flying Tumbler Irish Whiskey
Family farm to be transformed into whiskey maturation site and brand home Larch Grove, Ballytarsna, Carlow, Ireland to become whiskey maturation, blending, bottling and brand home for Flying Tumbler Irish Whiskey New expressions – The Tippler and The Roller –...
Bar 1661 launch new Distilled Experience
Award winning Cocktail bar launches Distilled Experience BAR 1661 have announced a new addition to their innovative cocktail tasting menu format. The Distilled Experience is a curated early evening experience showcasing the best of BAR 1661 distilled into an into an...
Copeland Distillery launches award-winning 26.1 Single Malt
Copeland Distillery releases 5-year-old double distilled Single Malt The Copeland Distillery has announced the release of its first whiskey release of 2026, 26.1 which joins the Distillery’s growing portfolio of limited-edition whiskeys. 26.1 is a 5-year-old...
Roe & Co launch new Signature Blend Irish Whiskey
Roe & Co latest expression Roe & Co Irish Whiskey has announced the launch of its newest expression, Roe & Co Signature Blend Irish Whiskey. Crafted as a vibrant and inviting entry point to the world of Irish whiskey, this new contemporary bottle,...
Midleton Very Rare 2026 Release
The 43rd annual release from Midleton Very Rare and the 6th Vintage under the careful watch of Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman Midleton Very Rare, the pinnacle of Irish Whiskey, is proud to unveil Midleton Very Rare 2026 Vintage Release. An extraordinary blend of...
Teeling Wonders of Wood Returns with Rare Carpathian Oak
Fourth release in the highly acclaimed Wonders of Wood series Teeling Whiskey announced on International Irish Whiskey Day (3rd March 2026) the fourth release in its limited-edition Wonders of Wood (WOW) series, an ongoing exploration of how rare and...
Foxes Bow Irish Whiskey Launches “40% Missing” Campaign To Highlight Whiskey’s Power Gap This International Women’s Day
Foxes Bow Irish Whiskey Launches “40% Missing” To mark International Women’s Day (March 8), Foxes Bow Irish Whiskey is presenting a specially designed bottle that looks wrong at first glance: 40% of its whiskey is missing. Not spilled. Not evaporated. Missing by...
Killowen Barántúil – Sagaland Part 4: Imbolc Release
Killowen Distillery presents the fourth chapter in the Sagaland journey, Killowen Barántúil: Imbolc The Sagaland series tells stories that reach beyond the cask, blending Ireland’s mythological, culinary, and artistic heritage into one immersive experience. For those...
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey and James J. Fox unveil 25 year old single cask release
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey unveils its oldest age statement with a 25-year-old single malt for James J. Fox Dublin Dunville’s Irish Whiskey is collaborating with James J. Fox Dublin to release their oldest age statement whiskey to date – a 25 year old single malt....
Champion Jockey Nina Carberry lands at Dublin Airport Duty Free for launch of Legendary Irish Racehorse Gunpowder Gin edition
From Arkle to Red Rum, commemorative ceramic edition celebrates Irish horseracing’s all-time greats Champion jockey Nina Carberry touched down at Dublin Airport Duty Free this morning (Friday, 13 February 2026) to officially unveil a striking new collector’s...
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey secures distribution deal to launch in India
Dunvilles to enter India’s premium spirits market Dunville’s Irish Whiskey will enter India’s premium spirits market following a strategic distribution partnership with HS Oberoi Spirits, one of India’s leading alcohol importers and distributors. Under...
Redbreast adds Redbreast Muscatel Wine Cask Edition to their Iberian Series
Redbreast launches news addition to the Iberian Series – Muscatel Wine Cask Edition Redbreast announces the launch of Redbreast Moscatel Wine Cask Edition, the fifth iteration in the award-winning Redbreast Iberian Series. Crafted by Master Blender David...
IWA Welcome EU-India Trade Agreement
Barriers of entry to Indian market significantly eased The Irish Whiskey Association, the representative body for the Irish Whiskey sector, has today welcomed the conclusion of negotiations on the EU-India free trade agreement. Speaking today in Brussels, the...
Powerscourt Distillery secures future as deal reached with Altiva Management Inc
Powerscourt Distillery resolves cashflow issues as receiver reaches deal with Altiva Management Inc After much speculation, great news for Powerscourt Distillery and their staff, and lovers of Fercullen around the world. This investment not only reopens the...
Kilkenny City to play host to Irish Whiskey festival
South East Whiskey Festival expands to Kilkenny for 2026 Whiskey enthusiasts and industry veterans will converge on Kilkenny and Wexford this February as the South East Whiskey Festival launches an extended programme of events. Now in its fourth year, the...
James J. Fox Announces the Launch of Lady McKenna
A Limited Edition 12-Year-Old Single Cask Single Grain Irish Whiskey curated by Master Distiller Noel Sweeney and Stephanie McKenna James J. Fox is proud to unveil Lady McKenna, a Limited Edition (330 bottles) 12-year-old Single Cask, Single Grain Irish...
Thomond Gate Limerick Whiskey releases Yankee Clipper Coffee Liqueur
Limerick’s first coffee liqueur Yankee Clipper takes its name from the Pan Am flying boats that once connected Foynes on the River Shannon with New York in the late 1930s. It was in Foynes, during this formative period of transatlantic travel, that Irish Coffee...
Double release from Boann Distillery to mark Winter Solstice
Boann Distillery marks Winter Solstice with first ever Double Whiskey release A pagan story as old as time sits at the heart of Boann Distillery’s Winter Solstice release for 2025 – the first double release in the series and the sixth chapter in what has...
Teeling Whiskey Festive Christmas Batch Bottling Exclusively Available in Dublin and Cork Airport Duty Free
A limited edition bottling just in time for Christmas of premium Irish Whiskey aged in port, sherry and red wine casks, available in Dublin and Cork Airport Duty Free Teeling Whiskey is proud to announce the return of their Christmas Batch whiskey for...
Midleton Very Rare launches 200th Anniversary Limited Edition 28 Year Old Single Pot Still
Celebrating 200 years of Midleton Distillery with Midleton Very Rare Limited Edition 28 Year Old Single Pot Still. This distillery exclusive limited edition 28-year-old single pot still incorporates a unique Japanese Mizunara cask contribution, a first...
LYQD Launches Ireland’s First Digital Exchange for Cask Whiskey
Enterprise Ireland-backed startup brings transparency, liquidity and technology to a maturing industry Irish startup LYQD has launched the country’s first secure digital exchange for cask whiskey, a platform designed to transform how whiskey casks are bought,...
Irish Whiskey Association publishes Irish Whiskey Global Trade Report 2025
A comprehensive overview of the current trade and market landscape for Irish Whiskey The Irish Whiskey Association, the representative voice working to promote, protect and represent the Irish Whiskey category globally, has today published its Irish Whiskey...
Old Comber Whiskey celebrates 200 years with two Single Pot Still releases
Two new releases will be available from 1pm on Monday 8th December at The Echlinville Distillery and selected whiskey retailers Jarlath Watson, Head of Whiskey at Echlinville, said: “Echlinville is marking Old Comber’s 200th anniversary with two new releases –...
Irish Whiskey Association launches ‘Irish Whiskey Way’
Ireland’s distilling traditions, landscapes and community stories into a single, immersive whiskey trail. The Irish Whiskey Way is a website which showcases Ireland’s leading Irish Whiskey distillery experiences and visitor centres and allows any tourist coming...
Tipperary Homegrown 8 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Single Malt
Homegrown 8 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Single Malt ‘Opulent’ sums up the overall impact of this single malt. It is a really rich impactful spirit, yet it’s very approachable and won’t overwhelm someone who’s new to whiskey. In addition to our their homegrown...
BAR 1661 launch limited-edition Christmas cocktail menu
BAR 1661 launches limited edition Christmas Cocktails to join their world renowned menu Award winning Dublin cocktail venue BAR 1661 have launched a limited-edition Christmas cocktail menu for the festive season. The five drink menu showcases BAR 1661’s...
Blue Spot 17YO Single Cask Distillery Exclusive
New Blue Spot Single Cask Pot Still Irish Whiskey Blue Spot 17 Year Old Single Cask is a distillery exclusive release that celebrates the bold and vibrant character that defines Spot Whiskey, continuing a legacy of curiosity, colour and craftsmanship first...
Achill Island Rum
Made from rich Caribbean molasses and brought to life entirely on Achill Island, this small-batch Irish rum is fermented, distilled & matured on Ireland’s western edge. Aged 2 years in Widow Jane bourbon barrels and finished in White Hag imperial stout casks that...
Feeney’s release the very first Dubai Chocolate Style Irish Cream Liqueur
The world’s first Irish Cream liqueur infused with a Dubai chocolate twist Feeney’s, purveyors of luxury Irish Cream Liqueur, is launching an exciting new flavour, Feeney’s Dubai Chocolate Style Irish Cream Liqueur. Dubai Chocolate has been a viral sensation...
Irish Whiskey distilleries welcome more than 1 million visitors
Visits to distilleries increased by 23% since last year, directly generating €40m for local businesses The Irish Whiskey Association (IWA) has today announced that over one million visitors have toured Irish Whiskey distilleries in the past year, marking a 23%...
New Yellow Spot 18-year-old Single Cask release
Yellow Spot Single Cask Super-Premium Pot Still Irish Whiskey Irish Distillers together with Mitchell & Son family run wine and spirits merchant, have launched a Yellow Spot 18-Year-Old Single Cask. Hand selected and finished in a Malaga wine cask, this...
Beár Bia hits Sligo with Hawk’s Rock Distillery and The White Hag Brewery
In the latest episode of the Beár Bia podcast, Dee and Oisín travelled to Sligo For the latest episode of the Beár Bia podcast Dee and Oisín hit the road for Sligo city to spend some quality time in the company of a master whiskey blender, a legendary brewer, a...
Teeling adds fourth edition to Rising Reserve series
Teeling unveils fourth edition in their super premium series of unique 21-Year-Old Irish Single Malts Following on from the highly successful first, second and third editions, finished in Carcavelos, Marsala and Ruby Port casks respectively, our latest vintage...
The Wine Centre Kilkenny 60th Anniversary Release
The Wine Centre Kilkenny Celebrate 60th Anniversary with a Killowen Release Establish in 1965 The Wine Centre is a multi-award-winning specialist independent off-licence, boasting one of the largest whiskey selections in the country – and have partnered with...
Teeling Distillery Exclusive 20-Year-Old Loupiac Single Cask
Distillery exclusive limited-edition 20 Year Old Single Malt finished in Loupiac cask This limited-edition 20 Year Old Single Malt is amongst our very oldest vintages and was aged initially in an ex-bourbon cask before being transferred to a high quality...
Ireland’s most bewitching Irish whiskey launches in time for Halloween
Kyteler’s Irish Whiskey launches to celebrate the legendary tale of Dame Alice Kyteler Tuesday 28th October marked a significant date for Kyteler’s Inn, Kilkenny, as they released a premium Irish whiskey in honour of Ireland’s most bewitching spirit. Known for...
Ballina Irish Single Malt Debuts First Expressions
Ballina Distillery releases two new Single Malts Located in the small town of Ballina, Ballina Distillery sits on the banks of the River Moy in County Mayo on Ireland’s Northwest coast. Constructed on the site of the old Duffy’s bakery, the distillery was...
Independent Filmmaker Swipe Films Announces Cinema release of ‘A Sip of Irish’
A Sip of Irish A new independent film A Sip of Irish is released in cinemas on October 19 (following its premiere at Newport Beach Film Festival) and on digital platforms on October 28th. The movie has been produced by Swipe Films, a feature film production,...
Achill Island Special Edition Single Malt
A 5-year-old Single Malt matured in Oloroso and finished in PX casks This Special Edition Single Malt has been aged in Oloroso Sherry butts for 5 Years and Finished in Pedro Ximénez Spinola 1918 Casks. A limited release of only 1,127 bottles. Bottled at 44% ABV...
Jameson Reveals Fresh New Family Line-up
Jameson Distiller’s Batch New Look Unveiled from Midleton Jameson Irish whiskey reveals its latest evolution of the Jameson family line up. Following the redesign of Jameson Original, the latest pack updates now unfold across super-premium+ whiskeys including...
Teeling Sommelier Selection Series features Spain’s Rioja Red Wine
7th Edition in Teeling’s award-winning Sommelier Selection Series features Spain’s Rioja Red Wine The Teeling Sommelier Selection Series was introduced back in 2022 with the aim of capturing the flavours of some of the world’s most renowned...
Black Emerald officially launches in Ireland
Following a successful debut in Australia, Irish Whiskey brand Black Emerald is officially launched in its home country Founded by Ernest Cantillon (a lifelong publican), Simon Zebo (international rugby player), and Finian Sedgwick (whiskey industry...
Spot Whiskey launch Limited-Edition 100th Anniversary bottle in collaboration with YesColours
Green Spot Whiskey marks a century of production with an exclusive bottle: Green Spot 100 Year Anniversary Limited Edition 10-Year-Old Celebrating 100 years, the special bottle launches with a bespoke Green Spot shade created in collaboration with colour...
Dingle Distillery unveils two new landmark releases, a brand refresh and sleek new website
Refreshed brand identity and two exciting new releases Since launching in 2012 Dingle Distillery has being spearheading the new wave of Irish whiskey producers that led the modern resurgence in Irish whiskey. Dingle Distillery has always had at it’s core...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey has introduced award-winning 12-Year-Old Single Malt to Ireland
Bushmills 12 Year Old Single Malt triple-cask Bushmills Irish Whiskey announces the introduction of Bushmills 12 Year Old Single Malt to its core portfolio offering across the island of Ireland. This triple distilled expression will join the Bushmills line-up...
Redacted Whiskey Unveils 003 – An 11-year-old Single Malt from Dingle Distillery
Redacted Whiskey release 11-year-old Single Malt Irish whiskey finished in Sauternes cask First matured in bourbon casks and re-casked in May 2021 into a rich Sauternes cask, this release captures more than a decade of patience, craftsmanship, and innovation....
Clonakilty Distillery Becomes a Certified B Corp – Putting People, Planet and Purpose First
Clonakilty Distillery becomes the first whiskey distillery in the EU to become B Corp certified Clonakilty Distillery is proud to share that it’s now a Certified B Corporation™, joining a global movement of businesses that prioritise purpose as well as profit....
The Ardara Distillery launches Ardara Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Donegal Whiskey Heritage Reclaimed Ardara Distillery pays homage to Donegal’s distilling tradition as they proudly unveil their long awaited Ardara Single Malt Irish Whiskey. Triple distilled, heavily peated and all grain-in production. A true product of...
Irish Whiskey Association welcomes continued engagement on EU-US trade dispute
Proposed 30% tariffs on Irish Whiskey would have serious consequences for Irish producers The Irish Whiskey Association (IWA) welcomes the continued engagement of the Irish Government and the European Commission in trade talks, and we urge them to persist in...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey and Malbon Golf release Limited Edition Capsule Collection inspired by Ireland’s North Coast
Bushmills Irish Whiskey and Malbon have teamed up again to release a capsule collection coinciding with Open Championship Bushmills Irish Whiskey and Malbon golf apparel brand, have teamed up again to release a capsule collection that debuted (17th July). The...
Boann Distillery helps create whisky marking Lions partnership
Ireland’s Boann Distillery has helped craft a landmark blended whisky to celebrate The British and Irish Lions partnership Named after the year of the Lions’ founding, 1888 is a luxury blend that unites grains and malts from five distilleries across...
Belfast Tradfest 2025 – Dunville’s Irish Whiskey Session Trail
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey Session Trail with over 100 pub sessions and a limited edition Dunville’s 1808 release Belfast TradFest returns for its 7th edition this July 27th – August 3rd with over 500 musicians and 450 events citywide. This year’s line-up...
Boann Distillery unveils new Whistler Triple Oak Irish Whiskey in new eco-friendly bottle
Boann Distillery launches The Whistler Triple Oak Small Batch Irish Whiskey This new expression marks a significant step forward for the Co Meath drinks firm, not only in craftsmanship but also in sustainability, debuting in a newly designed bespoke bottle...
Ireland’s first eco-distillery sets new benchmark for sustainable, transparent whiskey production & maturation
Ahascragh Distillery achieves full cask visibility and production precision – batch by batch – with Proof 8 Ahascragh Distillery, Ireland’s first zero-energy emissions distillery of scale, powered entirely by renewable electricity, is once again...
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey unveils its biggest age statement in brand’s core portfolio
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey unveils its biggest age statement with 23 year old PX cask Dunville’s Irish Whiskey has expanded its core range of Exceptional Sherry Cask Finishes with a 23 year old Single Malt with Dunville’s signature Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask...
Issue 13
All the latest news, new releases and developments in Irish whiskey. In-depth reviews, insights from our experts.
Boann Distillery Summer Solstice 2025 Vintage mash bill release
Boann Distillery marks Summer Solstice 2025 with historic cask strength whiskey Boann Distillery is no stranger when it comes to unconventional mixed mash bills and this release is no exception. Boann Distillery marked this year’s Summer Solstice with a...
Irish Distillers makes 22,000 historical records between John Jameson & Son and publicans available to the Digital Repository of Ireland
Irish Distillers was the first Irish commercial organisation to partner with the DRI and today marks the first transfer of digitised, freely accessible archival records under the partnership Irish Distillers has announced the availability of over 22,000 legal...
Teeling Whiskey Distillery Turns 10 Years Old – New Birthday Batch Release!
Teeling Distillery Celebrates 10 Years with a New Birthday Batch Release This week is undoubtedly one of the most important dates in the diary at Teeling Whiskey Distillery, as they celebrate a Decade of Dublin Distilling since the opening of their Distillery...
Ahascragh Distillery Releases Clan Colla 9-Year-Old as Part of its Acclaimed Family Bond Collection
Ahascragh Distillery launch Clan Colla 9-Year-Old Ahascragh Distillery is proud to announce the launch of Clan Colla 9-Year-Old, the newest expression in its acclaimed Clan Colla Family Bond collection. This unique release marks an exciting milestone as the...
Redbreast Celebrates 20 Years of Redbreast 15 Year Old with Exclusive Cask Strength Release
Limited Edition Redbreast 15 Year Old Cask Strength Pot Still Irish Whiskey Redbreast, the world’s most awarded Single Pot Still Irish whiskey, proudly announces the launch of Redbreast 15 Year Old Cask Strength – a powerful, small-batch release crafted...
Sazerac’s Hawk’s Rock Distillery Releases its Inaugural Whiskey: Garavogue 20-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Sazerac’s Hawk’s Rock Distillery Releases its Inaugural Whiskey The Sazerac Company, one of the world’s largest distilled spirits companies, is thrilled to celebrate the release of its inaugural Irish whiskey from Hawk’s Rock Distillery: Garavogue 20 Year Old...
Scair Uisce announces its inaugural release, an Irish whiskey world-first with a fully Irish language label
Scair Uisce announces their first release, and the first time an Irish whiskey bears a fully Irish language label Scair Uisce is proud to announce the launch of its first limited-edition expression: a 14-Year-Old Single Grain Irish Whiskey, marking several...
Celebrate Father’s Day with a Redbreast Irish Whiskey Dining Experience at Pichet
Celebrate Father’s Day with ‘Quite The Find,’ A Redbreast Irish Whiskey Dining Experience at Pichet This Father’s Day, treat Dad to something truly special – an evening of exceptional whiskey and fine dining that’s ‘Quite the...
James J. Fox unveils exclusive Single Cask Release with Dingle Distillery
James J. Fox launches Single Cask Single Malt release in partnership with Dingle Distillery James J. Fox, Dublin’s most renowned cigar and whiskey merchants, proudly announces the release of a rare and exclusive Single Cask Irish whiskey, created in partnership...
Teeling Whiskey Distillery welcome their 1,000,000th visitor!
Teeling Whiskey Distillery Celebrates its 1,000,000th Visitor Since opening in 2015, Newmarket Square and the surrounding area of Dublin 8 have seen a huge transformation and rejuvenation. New developments, investment and now very much a vibrant part of Dublin....
Irish Whiskey Association warns no EU-US trade resolution will leave spirits sector uniquely exposed
No EU-US trade resolution will leave spirits sector uniquely exposed Press Release The Irish Whiskey Association, the trade association representing Irish Whiskey producers on the island of Ireland, together with Drinks Ireland, representing the wider drinks...
McConnell’s Irish Whisky launches rare Cognac Cask Finish
McConnell’s Irish Whisky launches rare Cognac Cask Finish to complete 5-Year-Old Series This distinctive new release is a harmonious blend of Irish Malt and Irish Grain Whiskeys, aged for five years in first-fill Bourbon casks before undergoing a finishing...
Bushmills expands rare ‘World Wood Series’ with new 18-Year-Old Single Malt
Bushmills adds new 18-year-old Single Malt finished in Colheita Port casks to their ‘World Wood Series’ Bushmills Irish Whiskey introduces a new 18 Year Old Single Malt to its ‘World Wood series’, available exclusively in APAC travel retail hubs. Crafted by...
Clonakilty Distillery announces the availability of their Irish whiskey, vodka and gin in the UK
Brand will be distributed exclusively by Marussia Beverages UK from Thursday May 1 Clonakilty Distillery’s award-winning Irish whiskey. gin and vodka will be sold in the UK from Thursday May 1 as the brand have announced a partnership with leading drinks...
Pop the Cork – A Harbour Cruise with Irish Whiskey Experiences
Cork harbour cruise and Irish whiskey tasting This summer, Irish Whiskey Experiences is offering a unique way to see Cork Harbour with “Pop the Cork”, a special harbour cruise and Irish whiskey tasting event taking place on Saturday, July 12th. The...
OurWhisky Foundation launches Community Platform
OurWhisky Foundation Community platform launches to connect the global whisky industry The OurWhisky Foundation has launched the OurWhisky Foundation Community, a digital platform and app designed to connect whisky industry professionals around the world. The...
Midleton Very Rare, the Pinnacle of Irish Whiskey, launches 2025 vintage
Six distillate styles unite to create a commemorative whiskey that honours Midleton Distillery’s 200-year legacy The iconic series, which began in 1984, continues with the 2025 vintage. Press Release: Midleton Very Rare, the pinnacle of Irish...
Echlinville Distillery secures listing at Belfast International Airport’s new Duty Free
The Echlinville Distillery is the first Distillery of the Month at Belfast International Airport’s new and improved Duty Free. The Kircubbin based distillery has secured an impressive listing for its portfolio of award-winning whiskeys, gin and vodka in partnership...
Midleton unveils the final chapter – The Last Drops
Midleton Distillery launch their final chapter in their spectacular Silent Distillery Collection series as they unveil Chapter 6 – The Last Drops The sun truly shone brightly upon Midleton yesterday as Irish Distillers invited guests from throughout the...
Limerick Spirit Company Unveils “Joe Sheridan” Coffee Stout Finish Single Malt
A Whiskey Inspired by the Creator of Irish Coffee and a Collaboration Between Limerick and Dingle The Limerick Spirit Company proudly announces the release of its latest limited-edition whiskey under the Thomond Gate – Joe Sheridan – Dick Mack’s Coffee...
Bushmills Release Oldest Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Something extraordinary from Busmills as they release ‘Secrets of the River Bush’, a 46-year-old Single Malt Irish Whiskey Bushmills Irish Whiskey has today unveiled the oldest Irish single malt ever released: Bushmills 46 Year Old ‘Secrets of the...
Jameson Irish Whiskey new Jameson Triple Triple Marsala Cask Edition
Jameson introduces its latest travel retail exclusive to the family, Jameson Triple Triple Marsala Cask Edition Jameson, the world’s bestselling Irish whiskey, is delighted to introduce its latest travel retail exclusive to the family, Jameson Triple Triple Marsala...
Women in Irish Whiskey celebrate International Women’s Day
Women in Irish Whiskey Celebrates IWD with Two Unique Events To mark International Women’s Day, Women in Irish Whiskey is hosting two exciting events celebrating women in the whiskey industry! Women in Irish Whiskey will mark International Women’s Day...
Glendalough Distillery Unveils Limited-Edition Pot Still Peated Irish Whiskey
Glendalough Distillery proudly introduces its latest innovation Building upon the success of pioneering releases like the Single Malt Mizunara Cask Finish, this limited-edition expression marries the traditional richness of Pot Still whiskey with the unexpected...
Irish Whiskey Association Marks International Irish Whiskey Day
Irish Whiskey Association Marks International Irish Whiskey Day as Industry Surpasses €1 Billion in Exports Today, (Monday, 3rd March 2025), the Irish Whiskey Association celebrates International Irish Whiskey Day by highlighting the sector’s continued success,...
Titanic Distillers secures £5m investment from Whiterock
Titanic Distillers secures £5m investment from Whiterock to drive global growth Titanic Distillers, Belfast’s first working distillery since Prohibition, has secured a £5m equity investment from Whiterock to expand its sales team, drive growth in new geographic...
Blackwater Distillery – Business as Usual
Blackwater Distillery seeking to raise finance, but it’s business as usual According to an article in Irish Independent newspaper, Waterford’s Blackwater Distillery is looking for rescue. That article can be read in full here. It’s no secret...
New Jameson Triple Triple Chestnut Edition
Triple distilled and now triple cask matured. The world’s most awarded Irish whiskey just got smoother Jameson, one of the world’s most recognised brands and the bestselling Irish whiskey, has introduced an exciting new member to the family, Jameson...
OurWhisky Foundation opens applications for Women in Whisky professional development course
OurWhisky Foundation opens applications for Women in Whisky professional development course, the Atonia Programme, in Great Britain and Ireland Non-profit organisation, the OurWhisky Foundation, has relaunched its globally-renowned mentorship programme for...
Teeling Distillery Exclusive 19YO Single Malt Virgin Ash Cask
Teeling Whiskey Distillery Exclusive 19-year-old single malt with virgin ash cask finish Available exclusively from The Teeling Whiskey Distillery, this whiskey is one of their oldest single malts finished in Virgin ash Casks. This limited edition of just 230...
Boann Distillery launches Single Pot Still Whiskey range in the U.S.
Boann Distillery expands its brand’s global reach Boann Distillery, based in County Meath, expands its brand’s by rolling out its Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey range in the U.S. The collection will be available in select states,...
OurWhisky Foundation appoints first Executive Director ahead of global restructure
OurWhisky Foundation appoints first Executive Director and the Island of Ireland to get its own regional chapter The OurWhisky Foundation, the global non-profit supporting women in the whisky industry, has appointed its first executive director ahead of a...
The Sexton 11 Year Old Single Malt – A Global Travel Retail Exclusive
The Sexton Irish Whiskey launches first line extension, as 11 year old Single Malt, exclusively for Global Travel Retail The Sexton 11 Year Old Single Malt debuts as a Global Travel Retail exclusive Aged for a minimum of 11 years in Oloroso sherry-soaked French...
Raise a Glass to Flavour and Fun as Cork Whiskey Festival Returns this March!
The third annual Cork Whiskey Fest returns from 21st to 23rd March 2025 The festival was officially launched at The Shelbourne Bar with key sponsors Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard, The Shelbourne Bar, and IrishMalts.com. Over three unforgettable days, indulge...
Irish Whiskey Association announces scholarship opportunity with Maynooth University
Calls for increased government supports for Brewing and Distilling jobs in Ireland The Irish Whiskey Association, the trade association representing the Irish Whiskey sector on the island of Ireland, has today announced a scholarship opportunity with Maynooth...
Thomond Gate Limerick Whiskey launches The Nightingale Single Malt
Thomond Gate Limerick Whiskey launches The Nightingale Single Malt – A Tribute to Limerick’s Irish Nightingale Thomond Gate Limerick Whiskey has launched The Nightingale Single Malt honouring the legacy of Catherine Hayes, Limerick’s celebrated soprano known as...
Boann Distillery’s fourth Solstice Single Cask bottling
Boann Distillery’s fourth Solstice Single Cask bottling Boann Distillery’s fourth Solstice Single Cask bottling, which revives a whiskey recipe first documented in 1892 during Irish Pot Still whiskey’s golden age. The 270-bottle release brings to...
Irish Whiskey Association appoints Helen Mulholland as its Chair
Irish Whiskey Association appoints master blender Helen Mulholland as its chair The Irish Whiskey Association is proud to announce that Helen Mulholland, master blender with Sazerac Ireland, is now to lead the representative body for the all-island Irish whiskey...
Powerscourt Distillery launch Fercullen 23 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Powerscourt Distillery launch Limited Edition 23 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey This Single Malt has aged for 20 years in a first-fill ex-bourbon barrel and has a long finish of over 30 months in a first-fill ex-Mezcal cask. One of their oldest releases to...
Killowen Distillery announces first 5 year old release
Killowen Distillery announces first 5 year old Barántúil Irish whiskey This Single Pot Still is a signature Killowen that has spent 4 years and one month in an ex Bourbon before spending another 17 months in Palo Cortado. This Pot Still boasts different...
Dingle’s final release in The Celtic Wheel of Year series
Dingle completes the Celtic Wheel of the Year series with Lá an Dreoilín Single Pot Still Dingle’s The Celtic Wheel of the Year series is a limited release series (each between 4,000 and 9,600 bottles) which celebrates the solar calendar that marks time...
Copeland Distillery announced as official Ulster Rugby partner and launch their inaugural release
New partnership and new releases from Copeland Distillery Copeland Distillery has announced a new exclusive partnership with Ulster Rugby to develop a unique Ulster Rugby gin and Irish whiskey, as well as a limited edition ‘Centenary’ 5-year-old Irish whiskey...
Shortcross Distiller’s Duo wins Ireland’s Best Blended Irish Whiskey
Shortcross Distiller’s Duo The distillers of Shortcross Irish Whiskey & Gin are celebrating another award their Shortcross Distiller’s Duo Irish Whiskey as it strikes Gold at the Irish Whiskey Awards. The Shortcross Distiller’s Duo is a blend...
‘Greener Planet Award’ for Galway Distillery at European Awards
Ahascragh Distillery has been announced as the winner of the Greener Planet award at The Foodies 2024 The Greener Planet category recognises SMEs for their outstanding dedication to reducing environmental impact through innovation, sustainable practices,...
Irish Distillers expands direct-to-consumer offering to new European markets
Irish Distillers expands direct-to-consumer offering to new European markets Midleton Distillery Collection, Irish Distillers’ online shop, has today announced the expansion of its direct-to-consumer offering to new European markets – Italy and Spain –...
Irish Distillers and Mitchell & Son launch Red Spot 19-year-old Single Cask Whiskey
New Red Spot 19-year-old Single Cask Pot Still Irish Whiskey Irish Distillers together with Mitchell & Son have launched a Red Spot 19-Year-Old Single Cask, hand selected and finished in Marsala casks. This limited-edition expression with only 603...
Powers Irish Whiskey and Brady’s Coffee unveil Limited-Edition Barrel Aged Coffee for the holidays
Powers Irish Whiskey and Brady’s Coffee Limited-Edition Barrel Aged Coffee Just in time for the festive season, Powers Irish Whiskey has partnered with Brady’s Coffee Company to introduce a unique and indulgent treat: Barrel Aged Powers Irish Whiskey...
Bushmills releases innovative 26 year old Crystal Malt
Bushmills adds innovative 26 year old Crystal Malt as permanent member of its luxury Prestige Single Malt Collection Bushmills’ Prestige Collection showcases some of the oldest and rarest whiskeys from the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery. This...
Achill Island 2024 Special Edition
This Special 2024 Edition is the the 3rd release from Achill Island Distillery’s Special Edition series This release is a Single Malt Aged in Port and Bourbon Casks, distilled matured and bottled on Achill Island. Following on from the Bordeaux...
Midleton Very Rare launches Forêt de Tronçais Second Edition
The pinnacle of Irish whiskey meets the finest French oak once again in a new, rare release Irish Distillers introduces the Second Edition of Midleton Very Rare Forêt de Tronçais – an extraordinary liquid that, once again, brings two distinctive worlds together...
Irish whiskey distilleries in Hong Kong this week for trade event and export opportunities
Irish whiskey delegation visits the Hong Kong Trade Development Council Wine and Spirits Fair 2024 A number of Irish whiskey companies are in Hong Kong this week to showcase their world-class products at a major international trade fair, with the aim of...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey launches Oloroso Sherry available exclusively at Celtic Whiskey Shop
Bushmills Irish Whiskey launches 2024 Causeway Collection release matured fully in Oloroso Sherry casks, exclusive to Celtic Whiskey Shop Bushmills Irish Whiskey has officially launched the 2011 Oloroso Sherry Cask as part of its highly anticipated 2024...
Mint Julep Experiences launches Ireland Whiskey Tours
Mint Julep Experiences expands into Europe with the launch of Ireland Whiskey Tours Mint Julep Experiences, a leading tour operator catering to the Kentucky Bourbon, Tennessee whiskey, equine and luxury transportation and tourism sectors, is excited to announce...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveils 12-year-old Single Malt ‘World Wood’ series edition
Bushmills Irish Whiskey 12 Year Old Single Malt ‘World Wood’ series edition, exclusively for Global Travel Retail Bushmills Irish Whiskey adds a rare 12 Year Old Single Malt to its prestigious ‘World Wood’ series, reserved exclusively for APAC travel...
Teeling Whiskey unveils third release in Rising Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt Series
New Teeling Rising Reserve release Teeling Whiskey has unveiled the third bottling of “Rising Reserve”, a limited edition, super premium series of unique 21-Year-Old Irish Single Malts. This follows on from the highly successful previous editions, that are...
The Bridge 1859 bar celebrates a decade in Ballsbridge with limited edition whiskey release
The Bridge 1859 bar celebrates a decade in Ballsbridge with limited edition whiskey release produced in collaboration with Two Stacks Whiskey The Bridge 1859, located in the heart of Ballsbridge, Dublin, is proud to celebrate its 10-year anniversary this week...
Bushmills launch their fifth Causeway Collection showcasing rare Irish Single Malts
Bushmills Causeway Collection 2024 unveilled Bushmills Irish Whiskey has today launched the fifth series of the iconic Bushmills’ Causeway Collection; their annual selection of rare, exclusive and elusive single malt Irish whiskeys from the world’s oldest...
Teeling Whiskey releases Distillery Exclusive Tequila Cask bottling
Teeling Distillery Exclusive Series Tequila Cask bottling The first of it’s kind at Teeling Whiskey Distillery and part of the Distillery Exclusive Range, the new Teeling Distillery Exclusive Tequila Cask. This release follows on from the unique range of...
Waterford Distillery launches Heritage: Goldthorpe
Waterford Distillery launches its latest bottling in its Heritage barley series – Heritage: Goldthorpe Goldthorpe barley is a heritage crop that traces its origins back to 1889 in Yorkshire, England. It was introduced into Ireland in the early...
Redbreast 18-year-old added as permanent expression to the Redbreast Single Pot Still family
Redbreast launches Redbreast 18-year-old Redbreast Pot Still Irish whiskey has a heritage traceable back to the early 1900’s when W&A Gilbey (founded as a gin distillery in London in 1857, and soon after opened branches in Belfast, Edinburgh and...
Waterford Distillery launches Biodynamic: Cuvée Luna
Waterford Whisky’s new bottling in their core range of Cuvée Concepts Waterford Distillery, the world’s largest producer of organic and biodynamic whiskies, has launched its new flagship cuvée bottling to its core collection of single malts – Biodynamic: Cuvée...
Dingle Distillery Cónocht an Fómhair Single Malt Rum finish
Dingle Distillery eighth release in the Celtic Wheel of the Year series This limited release of just 4,000 bottles celebrates the Celtic Autumn Equinox. Cónocht an Fómhair is the penultimate release in this fabulous series from Dingle Distillery and goes on...
New Teeling Whiskey Distillery Exclusive 16-year-old Amburana cask
Limited Edition 16-year-old single malt Irish whiskey This is not the first time Teeling Whiskey have release a whiskey matured in Amburana wood casks. Their highly acclaimed ‘Wonder of Wood’ series was launched with a 14-year-old single malt...
Celebrate with Teeling Limited Edition Whiskey as American College Football hits Dublin
Limited Edition Teeling Whiskey Aer Lingus College Football 2024 Whiskey Bottling To mark their second year as the Official Whiskey Sponsor of the Aer Lingus College Football Classic, Teeling Whiskey have unveilled a brand-new limited edition Teeling Whiskey...
James Fox and J.J. Corry 21-year-old Single Malt Irish whiskey
James J. Fox and J.J. Corry Irish Whiskey Collaborate in an exclusive 21-Year-Old Bonder’s Edition Whiskey Release The latest of several successful collaborations between James J. Fox and JJ Corry is a very limited edition single malt Irish whiskey of just 180...
Micil releases first Galway distilled Irish whiskey in over a century
Micil releases their first own-spirit Irish whiskey Micil, who revived their poitín heritage with a number of releases, have released their first own-spirit Irish whiskey, a peated single malt. Not only is it their first official release, it is also the first...
Lough Mask Distillery is raising a toast to the future of Irish whiskey
Lough Mask Distillery invites opportunity to be part of their story Nestled on the shores of the majestic Lough Mask, County Mayo, Lough Mask Distillery is raising a toast to the future of Irish whiskey. The distillery, a cornerstone of Ireland’s rich...
Exclusive Dunville’s Irish Whiskey release celebrates Belfast TradFest
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey celebrates Belfast TradFest with exclusive festival release Dunville’s Irish Whiskey is collaborating with Belfast TradFest to release an exclusive whiskey bottling to celebrate Ireland’s fastest growing festival of traditional music....
Powerscourt Distillery Spirit of Wicklow Awards
Powerscourt Distillery second Spirit of Wicklow Awards – Giving back to their local community Thursday 25th June, Powerscourt Distillery hosted a wonderful and vibrant celebration for their second Spirit of Wicklow Awards. The “Spirit of Wicklow” awards...
James Fox release 8-year-old Single Malt with West Cork Distillers
James Fox single cask collaboration with West Cork Distillers James J. Fox, Ireland’s most prestigious cigar and whiskey merchant, is excited to announce a special single cask collaboration with West Cork Distillers: the West Cork 8 Year Old Single Malt. Cask...
Whisky A Go Girl and Killowen Distillery Single Cask Release
Killowen Distillery and Whisky a Go Girl collaborate on Single Cask Release Press release Two years ago Jenna, Whisky A Go Girl, had an opportunity to taste through a selection of Killowen experimental casks that Head Distiller and Founder Brendan...
Dingle Distillery Grianstad an tSamhraidh Pot Still Irish whiskey
Dingle Distillery seventh release in the Celtic Wheel of the Year series Since they first began distilling in 2012, Dingle Distillery have always been true to their Irish roots. The Celtic Wheel is an ancient solar calendar that marks the time and the seasons....
Teeling Whiskey Distillery turns 9 years old and celebrate with new release
Teeling Distillery celebrates ninth birthday in style Teeling distillery are celebrating 9 years of Dublin Distilling since the opening of their Distillery in Newmarket square in 2015! To mark the occasion they have release a highly limited special bottling, in...
Boann Distillery unveil their first three Pot Still Irish whiskeys
A Trio of Pot Still Irish Whiskeys from Boann It’s a case of you wait 5 years and then 3 come all at the same time! Coinciding with the Summer Solstice, Boann Distillery have unveiled a trio of ther first Single Pot Still Irish Whiskeys for the worldwide...
Killowen Distillery and The Wine Centre, Kilkenny Irish Rye Whiskey Collaboration
Limited Edition from Killowen and The Wine Centre Kilkenny Established in 1965 The Wine Centre is a multi-award-winning specialist independent off-licence, boasting one of the largest whiskey selections in the country – and have recently partnered with the Killowen...
Lambay Whiskey announces details of island micro distillery
Lambay Whiskey unveils plans for micro distillery Lambay Whiskey are proud to announce they are building an offshore, off grid micro distillery at the brand’s home on Lambay Island. A jewel just three miles off the coast of Ireland, Lambay Island was...
Midleton Distillery Experience shakes things up with new immersive cocktail making class
New Cocktail making class at Midleton Distillery Experience The revamped Midleton Distillery Experience has unveiled a new bespoke cocktail making class. Under the tutelage of one of Midleton’s expert mixologists and using locally sourced ingredients,...
Copeland Distillery releases a 5-year-old Single Grain Irish whiskey
The Copeland Distillery has released a 5-year-old Single Grain Irish whiskey The Copeland Distillery has released a 5-year-old Single Grain Irish whiskey – the second permanent addition to its Merchants’ Quay blended Irish whiskey range. Aged in single-use...
Echlinville – The Beginning is the Echlinville Distillery’s first Single Estate whiskey release
New Beginning for Echlinville Distillery Almost since they first began distilling in 2013, we’ve been asking ‘when will your first release be out?’ The answer was always the same, ‘it will be ready when it’s ready’. Well for...
The Pig’s Lane Whiskey Parlour – featuring over 230 whiskies from around the world
Discover Killarney’s best-kept secret with the newly opened whiskey parlour in the town’s first underground bar, Pig’s Lane The Pig’s Lane Whiskey Parlour brings connoisseurs of all levels on an exceptional and immersive whiskey-tasting journey, featuring over...
Teeling Whiskey Wonders of Wood Series 3 Swedish Oak
Teeling Whiskey Wonders of Wood Series 3 – Single Pot Still finished in virgin Swedish Oak Teeling announce that the third edition in the Wonders of Wood series of Single Pot Still Whiskeys is now available in Ireland & the US, following it’s initial...
Bushmills unveils 23-year-old Single Malt matured exclusively in Madeira casks
Bushmills adds to their Causeway Collection with 23-year-old Single Malt matured exclusively in Madeira casks Bushmills Irish Whiskey presents a rare, limited-edition 23 Year Old Madeira Cask. This distinguished new addition to the brand’s elusive and iconic...
Blackwater Distillery release ‘The Full Irish’
Blackwater Distillery release ‘The Full Irish’ One of the most interesting whiskeys unveiled at Whiskey Live 2024. This release from Blackwater Distillery showcases the 3 styles of Irish whiskey – grain, single malt and pot still. So far the West...
W.D O’Connell Whiskey Merchants Unveils Small Batch 5-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
W.D O’Connell Whiskey Merchants Unveils Small Batch 5-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey W.D O’Connell Whiskey Merchants is excited to announce the release of its latest innovation – the Small Batch 5-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey. This new addition...
21-year-old single malt Irish whiskey forms the centrepiece of Boann’s limited-edition collector’s item
Rare Irish whiskey forms centrepiece of new Boann collector’s item A rare, 21-year-old single malt Irish whiskey forms the centrepiece of a limited-edition collector’s item launching this week. The whiskey and wine duo is the result of an unprecedented...
Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery launches annual Summer Garden Experience
Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery launches annual Summer Garden Experience with four new exciting restaurant collaborations The Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery, located in the heart of Dublin 8, is delighted to announce another summer of its hugely popular Summer...
Clonakilty Distillery releases its first Single Pot Still Irish whiskey
First Pot Still release from Clonakilty Distillery It’s been a long wait but it’s now here. Clonakilty Distillery, announces the debut of its first Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, scheduled to hit shelves nationwide throughout May 2024. This...
Teeling Whiskey release extremely rare 40 Year Old Single Malt
The Oldest Teeling Whiskey Ever Released Teeling Whiskey has released the oldest in its award-winning limited release Vintage Reserve Collection – the Teeling 40-Year-Old Irish Single Malt. The 40-Year-Old release, which is limited to just 140 bottles, is one...
Method and Madness Amburana Wood Edition
Irish Distillers Micro Distillery launch Method and Madness Amburana Wood Edition Irish Distillers has introduced the latest whiskey expression from its innovative Micro Distillery, Method and Madness Amburana Wood Edition. The first single pot still Irish...
Redbreast Dream Cask Zenith Edition
End of an era with the release of final chapter in the Redbreast Dream Cask collection Redbreast Irish Whiskey proudly unveils the seventh and final edition of its acclaimed premium Dream Cask collection – Redbreast Dream Cask Zenith Edition. Released to mark...
Roe & Co Flor releases 14-year-old single grain Irish Whiskey
Roe & Co’s first permanent single grain release Today, Roe & Co, proudly unveils its latest innovation – Roe & Co Flor Single Grain Irish Whiskey. This exceptional 14-year-old Single Grain expression is inspired by the age-old biological...
Flatley Whiskey opening show – The Dreamer
Michael Flatley Introduces his first Signature Irish Whiskey, Flatley Whiskey: The Dreamer Michael Flatley has launched Flatley Whiskey ‘The Dreamer’, his first signature Irish whiskey from a series of special blends. Crafted in partnership with...
Waterford Distillery launches new flagship bottling: The Waterford – Cuvée Koffi
Waterford brings together a Cuvée from 24 single farm origins Waterford Whisky are renowned for the close relationship they have developed with farmers. To-date, they have released over 100 SIngle Farm Origin Whiskies. Having clearly demonstrated the influence...
Redbreast Irish Whiskey unveils Missouri Oak Edition
Redbreast Irish Whiskey unveils Limited-Edition Missouri Oak Edition to join U.S. exclusive collection Redbreast, Ireland’s most awarded single pot still whiskey*, is delighted to announce the latest addition to its U.S. exclusive collection –...
Two new unique Shortcross Irish whiskeys from Rademon Estate Distillery
Two new Irish Whiskey’s which were distilled, matured and bottled at Rademon Estate Distillery Rademon Estate Distillery was founded by husband and wife team David and Fiona Boyd-Armstrong, and were the first new distillery in Northern Ireland in over 100 year’s to...
Irish whiskey brands looks to Chinese market as part of EU trade mission this week
Irish Whiskey Association takes part in an EU Trade Mission to China focusing on food and drink products recognised as a geographical indication (GI) The Irish Whiskey Association is among 72 business delegates visiting China currently to promote their brands and...
The Busker Irish Whiskey launches first Small Batch Single Pot Still Whiskey
The Busker launches Small Batch Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey The Busker Irish Whiskey has made great strives over the last two years and has become the eighth best selling Irish Whiskey worldwide. This small batch release is limited to 17,000 bottles worldwide, with...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveils 14-year-old single malt
Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveils 14 Year Old single malt Irish whiskey as permanent addition to their single malt range This new addition joins an iconic lineup comprising the Bushmills 10, 16, and 21 Year Olds and the recently released 25 and 30 Year Old...
O’Driscolls Irish Whiskey support the Irish Injured Jockey’s Fund at the SBK Vintage Crop Stakes Raceday at Navan Racecourse
O’Driscolls Irish Whiskey support the Irish Injured Jockey’s Fund at the SBK Vintage Crop Stakes Raceday at Navan Racecourse O’Driscolls Irish Whiskey support the Irish Injured Jockey’s Fund at the SBK Vintage Crop Stakes Raceday at Navan Racecourse Wexford...
Lough Mask Distillery invites investors for development and growth plan
Lough Mask Distillery is excited to announce the launch of Phase 3 of its development and growth plan The distillery is inviting potential investors to register now to receive a copy of the investment prospectus which outlines their development and growth plans...
McConnell’s inaugural release in the Old Cromac Collection
McConnell’s launch Old Cromac Collection with a 20 year old single malt McConnell’s Irish Whisky celebrated the opening of a new state of the art distillery and Visitor Experience in the A Wing of the Crumlin Road Gaol just last week. The McConnell’s team...
James J. Fox and Killowen Distillery in new Single Cask Collaboration
James J. Fox and Killowen Distillery in new Single Cask Collaboration James J. Fox, Dublin’s most renowned cigar & whiskey merchants who are celebrating 143 years of trading in 119 Grafton Street and five generations of family ownership, and Killowen...
Shed Distillery releases Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask Edition
The Shed Distillery of PJ Rigney Drumshanbo launches special 7 year old Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Marsala Cask Edition It has taken 7 years of slow maturation in exquisite Sicilian Marsala casks to receive the seal of approval from Head...
Adare Manor exclusive release of Midleton Very Rare
The fifth release in the collaboration between Adare Manor and Midleton Very Rare Adare Manor and Midleton Distillery are a natural fit when it comes to craft, tradition, luxury and respect for expertise. The partnership between these two exceptional offerings...
The Busker Irish Whiskey launches a limited edition Single Cask Pot Still whiskey with Aer Rianta International
The first in a series of exclusive bottlings for The Irish Whiskey Collection in partnership with Aer Rianta International Carefully crafted at the Royal Oak Distillery in Co.Carlow, this exclusive whiskey has been created from hand-selected casks, specifically...
Boost for Belfast as McConnell’s Distillery officially opens
Distillery and Vistor Experience will employ 50 people and expects to attract 100,000 visitors per year McConnell’s Distillery and Visitor Experience officially opened its doors at Crumlin Road Gaol today, joined by the First Minister and deputy First Minister...
Midleton unveil their oldest expression to date with 49-year-old Silent Distillery Collection Chapter 5
The 49-year-old limited edition expression is the penultimate opportunity for whiskey lovers to experience the Silent Distillery collection crafted from the old Midleton Distillery Midleton Very Rare, renowned as the pinnacle of Irish Whiskey, proudly unveils...
Boann Distillery and Kentucky Bourbon Barrel to create barrels from thousand-year-old wild Irish oak tree
Millennium-old giant toppled by storms to become rare Irish oak whiskey casks A thousand-year-old wild Irish oak tree toppled by a storm is set to be resurrected as rare Irish oak casks skilfully crafted in Ireland. The ancient giant, with a 10-metre girth,...
James J. Fox and J.J. Corry Irish Whiskey collaborate on two small batch Irish whiskey releases
James J. Fox and J.J. Corry continue their collaboration with today’s release of two small batch limited edition Irish whiskeys James J. Fox, Dublin’s most renowned cigar & whiskey merchants who are celebrating 143 years of trading in 119 Grafton...
Redbreast Irish Whiskey unveils new Global Travel Retail exclusive: Redbreast Cuatro Barriles Edition
Redbreast Cuatro Barriles Edition – the second permanent expression in Redbreast’s award-winning Iberian Series Redbreast Cuatro Barriles Edition single pot still Irish whiskey has launched exclusively to Global Travel Retail available now at Dublin and...
An exclusive whiskey and culinary experience at Roe & Co Distillery
The Roe & Co Distillery collaborates with Bech-Bailey for an exclusive whiskey and culinary tasting experience From the 11th – 14th April 2024, Bech-Bailey, the husband-and-wife duo Majken Bech Bailey and Jordan Bailey formerly behind the acclaimed Michelin...
Jameson Black Barrel Bartender Series competition launches for third year
Jameson Black Barrel Bartender Series 2024 competition Jameson, the world’s most shared and most awarded Irish whiskey, is delighted to announce the third annual Jameson Black Barrel Bartender Series 2024 competition, open for entries from 1st April – May...
New Limited Edition Gold Spot The Generations Edition Whiskey
A celebration of two generational wine families coming together to bring a splash of colour to the world of whiskey Gold Spot The Generations Edition from Irish Distillers pays tribute to the generations of colourful family history behind the Spot Whiskeys....
Midleton Distillery Experience reopens following storm Babet
Celebrations as Midleton Distillery Experience reopens Five months on from the severe damage storm Babet inflicted upon the village of Midleton, Co. Cork, Irish Distillers and Irish whiskey ehthusiasts from around the world have cause for celebration as the new...
Ahascragh Distillery turns Irish whiskey green in time for St. Patrick’s Day!
Galway distillery welcomes Ireland’s first zero energy emissions ‘New Born’ spirit As the country prepares to turn green for St. Patrick’s Day, Ahascragh Distillery in Galway has announced a significant milestone for sustainability in the Irish drinks industry...
Bushmills unveils Hill Street Edition, a 36-year-old release created exclusively for the Friend at Hand
Bushmills unveils Hill Street Edition, a 36-year-old release created exclusively for the Friend at Hand Bushmills Irish Whiskey, the pioneers of single malt Irish whiskey, proudly introduce their latest masterpiece: Bushmills Hill Street Edition. Created...
Celebrating 40th anniversary of Midleton Very Rare with launch of ultra premium Ruby Edition
Celebrating 40th anniversary of Midleton Very Rare with launch of ultra premium Ruby Edition Since it’s inception back in 1984 when Midleton Very Rare was launched to showcase the very best of Irish whiskey, no one could have forseen the iconic status...
Midleton Very Rare launches 2024 vintage
Midleton Very Rare launches 2024 vintage On the 40th anniversary since the series began back in 1984 under the masterful eye of Master Distiller Emeritus Barry Crockett, the legacy that is Midleton Very Rare continues with their latest highly anticipated 2024...
Gender diversity in Ireland’s whiskey industry to be celebrated and encouraged at International Women’s Day event
Gender diversity in Ireland’s whiskey industry to be celebrated and encouraged at International Women’s Day event Women in Irish Whiskey will officially launch as a non-profit organisation and unveil a new website at an Irish Whiskey Association-sponsored event...
Roe & Co launches their inaugural Dublin distillery Single Malt Irish whiskey
Roe & Co launches their inaugural Dublin distillery Single Malt Irish whiskey Roe & Co Irish Whiskey have announced the launch of their inaugural distillery release, Roe & Co Solera Single Malt Irish Whiskey (First Edition). A vibrant, permanent...
Irish Whiskey Association announces scholarship opportunity on expert-led Distilling Science course at Maynooth University
Irish Whiskey Association announces scholarship opportunity on expert-led Distilling Science course at Maynooth University The Irish Whiskey Association today (13.02.24) announced that it is sponsoring a scholarship place on the next intake of Maynooth...
Teeling Whiskey Releases World’s First Limited Edition Crystal Single Malt
Teeling Limited Edition Crystal Single Malt Irish Whiskey Teeling Whiskey announce the release of the highly anticipated Teeling Crystal Single Malt! This innovative expression uses a highly atypical mash bill and innovative cask maturation techniques and is...
The Powerscourt Distillery Celebrates St Brigid’s Day with a Feast for the Senses
The Powerscourt Distillery Celebrates St Brigid’s Day with a Feast for the Senses The Powerscourt Distillery is set to honour Ireland’s patroness of brewing, healing, poetry, and fire with an immersive St Brigid’s Day event on Sunday, 4th...
James J. Fox and Two Stacks Collaborate on Limited-Edition Single Pot Stil Single Cask
James J. Fox and Two Stacks 5-year-old single pot still release Dublin’s cigar and whiskey retailer, James J. Fox have collaborated with independent bottler, Two Stacks, to release a single cask, 5-year-old single pot still Irish whiskey finished in a...
Boann Distillery launches vintage Preston’s mashbill
Boann Distillery launches vintage Preston’s mashbill Boann has bottled a 140-year-old ‘vintage mashbill’ once used by the famous Preston’s whiskey bonders of Drogheda, Co Louth. The new spirit, Winter Solstice Preston’s Vintage Mashbill, was fully matured...
Irish Distillers supports restoration of iconic former Powers John’s Lane Distillery pot stills on the National College of Art and Design campus
Historic Powers John’s Lane pot stills restored After many years of neglect, we are delighted to see that the pot stills of the iconic Powers John’s Lane Distiller have been restored to their former glory. An important piece of Irish whiskey history in...
Blackwater Distillery unveil their first single barrel release
Blackwater Irish Whiskey release Peat the Magic Dragon Blackwater Distillery have announced the release of a Peated Irish Single Malt, the first in a series of exciting new single barrel releases. Peat the Magic Dragon is made in Ireland using 100% Irish grain...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveil their oldest ever release
Bushmills release a Global Travel Retail exclusive for Dubai Duty Free Bushmills oldest release to date, a 44 Year Old Single Malt created exclusively for Dubai Duty Free in celebration of its 40th anniversary, will be available from 11th December. Aged solely...
Powerscourt Distillery release stout casks finished 13-year-old single grain
Powerscourt Distillery release O Brother Brewing stout cask finished 13-year-old single grain In 2022 Powerscourt Distillery partnered with their local Wicklow friends at O Brother Brewing to experiment with whiskey-finished stout casks. The result of this...
Roe & Co collaborate with The Palace Bar to celebrate their 200 year anniversary
Roe & Co Irish Whiskey launch a limited-edition 15-Year-Old Sauternes finished Single Malt Irish Whiskey, an exciting collaboration with The Palace Bar Dublin’s iconic Palace bar celebrates its 200 year anniversary this year and to celebrate the...
Ogham Whiskey launch 7-year-old single malt with a cognac cask finish
Founded by rugby stars Adam and Dan Leavy along with father Donal and friends Ogham Whiskey unveil their third release Ogham Whiskey release a 7-year-old single malt with a cognac cask finish. The whiskey has been sourced from Great Northern Distillery and the...
Achill Island Distillery release their first Pot Still Irish whiskey
Achill Island Distillery announce their 4th release of the year Following on from their 3 Single Malt releases (Achill Island Single Malt Bourbon Cask, Achill Island Single Malt Bordeaux Cask & Achill Island Peated Cask Strength 60%) Achill Island...
Clonakilty Distillery Unveils Its 32-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Clonakilty Distillery Unveils Its 32-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey The oldest release from Clonakilty to-date. Matured in Oloroso Sherry casks at their warehouse on the Wild Atlantic Way, County Cork. A super-premium Irish whiskey retailing at €2,225 and...
Irish Whiskey Awards 2023
A fabulous night at the Irish Whiskey Awards 2023 – All the winners No doubt the highlight of the year on the Irish whiskey calendar, this years awards certainly did not disappoint. Having being originally scheduled to take place in Midleton, County Cork,...
Walsh Whiskey previews The Irishman – Legacy honouring 700 years of whiskey distillation
The Irishman Legacy – a collaboration between Kilkenny Whiskey Guild and Château La Nerthe of Châteauneuf-du-Pape Last night, at the wonderful historic venue of Saint Canice’s Cathedral in Kilkenny, Walsh Whiskey unveiled the preview of their latest...
Midleton Very Rare presents fifth installment in their Dair Ghaelach series
Midleton Very Rare Dair Ghaelach Kilranelagh Wood The fifth and latest release from the Midleton Very Rare Dair Ghaelach series has been unveiled today. Dair Ghaelach Kilranelagh Wood continues the journey of exploring the use of native Irish Oak in the...
Dave McCabe to succeed Billy Leighton as Master Blender at Irish Distillers
Dave McCabe appointed as Irish Distillers Master Blender Congratulations to Dave who is set to take on the exciting role of Master Blender at Irish Distillers. Also, a huge thanks to Billy for the contribution he has made to Irish whiskey, not only as an...
Irish Distillers launches new corporate gifting service
Irish Distillers launches new corporate gifting service Midleton Distillery Collection corporate gifting service is designed specifically for corporate users who wish to gift colleagues, customers, clients or business partners. Midleton Distillery Collection,...
New Irish whiskey cask share community platform from Scair Uisce
Scair Uisce set to unveil cask share platform at Poitín Now event on November 18th, 2023 Scair Uisce, Ireland’s innovative cask share community, proudly announces the official launch of its platform, coinciding with the unveiling of its much-anticipated...
Method and Madness 7-year-old Single Malt
First ever triple distilled single malt from the Midleton Micro Distillery Irish Distillers announce release of METHOD AND MADNESS Single Malt 7 Year Old, the first ever single malt whiskey to be created in the Micro Distillery and marks an exciting move into...
Dingle Distillery unveil fifth release in their Wheel of the Year series
Dingle Grainstad an Gheimhridh single malt whiskey limited release honours the ancient Celtic celebration of Grianstad an Gheimhridh, the winter solstice Dingle Distillery has released their fifth edition in their limited-edition Wheel of the Year series. This...
Teeling add 32 year old Single Malt to their exclusive Very Rare Cask Collection
Teeling Whiskey 32-Year-Old Very Rare Cask Rivesaltes Among the esteemed collection of Teeling Whiskey Very Rare Casks, the Teeling Whiskey 32-Year-Old Very Rare Cask Rivesaltes stands out as a testament to Teeling’s dedication to excellence and quality....
Irish Distillers announces partnership with the Digital Repository of Ireland to provide future access to archival collections
Historic documents from Irish Distillers’ private archive will soon be digitised and available to search for free on the Digital Repository of Ireland A wonderful move by Irish Distillers to make available their historic records available to the public. ...
Walsh Whiskey supporting education through their annual bursary award
Walsh Whiskey awards 6th Brewing & Distilling bursary to SETU student John Brennan Investment in the future talent of Irish whiskey through their continued annual bursary award. John Brennan, a second year student from South East Technological...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveils two new expressions from its 2023 Causeway Collection
Two 2023 Causeway Collection releases exclusive to Ireland Bushmills Irish Whiskey has unveiled two expressions from its 2023 Causeway Collection which will be available exclusively on the island of Ireland. These references are part of the 2023 release, the...
Redbreast Irish whiskey bird feeder released in festive forest green
Redbreast Irish whiskey unveils festive forest green bird feeder edition Press release Returning for its fourth year, the Irish whiskey’s popular bird feeder edition launches just in time for Christmas, with donations supporting charity partner BirdLife...
Writers’ Tears – First ever Tequila Cask finished Single Pot Still Irish whiskey
World first Tequila Cask finished Single Pot Still Irish whiskey Amber Beverage Group (ABG) has married two expressions from its Irish whiskey and Mexican tequila businesses to create the first ever Tequila Cask finished Single Pot Still Irish whiskey. The Loop...
Jameson Remixed Caribbean Beats – aged 21 years in Carribean Rum casks
Jameson Remixed Caribbean Beats Jameson have announced the release of Jameson Remixed Caribbean Beats, 21-year-old Irish whiskey aged entirely in Caribbean Rum casks from Barbados. Bottled at 46% ABV, limited to 2,900 500ml bottles. Priced at RRP €280 and...
Black Bush Stories with Love – Grá Chocolates
Bushmills Black Bush Stories collaboration with Grá Chocolates It’s great to see the Irish whiskey sector reaching out to new audiences and at the same time shining a light on some of Ireland’s great talent. The innovative and exciting Black Bush...
Amber Beverage Group to invest €35m in new Irish whiskey distillery
Amber Beverage Group to invest €35m in new Irish whiskey distillery Exciting news for Walsh Whiskey as Amber Beverage Group to build one of the largest distilleries in Ireland · New distillery will be one of the largest in the Irish whiskey category with the...
Keeper’s Heart new 10-year-old Irish Single Malt whiskey
Keeper’s Heart unveil their first age statement whiskey Former Master Distiller at Midleton Distillery, Brian Nation is at it again, this time picking up awards as Master Distiller at O’Shaughnessy Distilling Company in Minneapolis, USA. The new...
Launch of new Irish whiskey – Outwalker
Unleashing a new Restless Spirit in Ireland A new brand ‘The Restless Spirit’ and their first Irish whiskey ‘Outwalker’ are set to officially launch this week. Press Release A new name in Irish whiskey – Outwalker – is set to take the...
Killowen Distillery release Muscatel finished Pot Still Barry Group exclusive
Killowen Distillery launch Barry Group exclusive Killowen Distillery have announced a single cask release in partnership with Barry Group. A pot still Irish whiskey finished in a Muscatel cask, bottled at 59.3% ABV Press Release Killowen Distillery are...
Midleton Very Rare launches Forêt de Tronçais
The pinnacle of Irish whiskey meets the pinnacle of French oak Any release from the Midleton Very Rare series always makes waves in the whiskey world. With rumours having circulated for some time, this new ultra premium limited release is now unveiled. This...
Official Launch of the Irish Whiskey Bonding Company
The Irish Whiskey Bonding Company launches and sees first exports to the USA Following on from the launch of award winning Shortcross Gin and Shortcross Irish Whiskey, the founders of Rademon Estate Distillery, husband and wife duo David & Fiona...
Thomond Gate Limerick Whiskey releases “The Clash of the Ash”
“The Clash of the Ash” – A Vibrant Ode to Limerick’s Four Consecutive Hurling Victories The latest release from Thomond Gate Limerick Whiskey is a 6-year-old Single Malt Irish whiskey finished in a unique combination of both Stout and Amarone...
Echlinville Distillery has purchased the Ards Maltings building
Echlinville has purchased the Ards Maltings building Press Release The Echlinville Distillery has secured the future of an historic building which was once one of Ireland’s largest malting houses, supplying malted barley to distilleries and breweries around...
Irish Kitchen Cocktails – making the craft of cocktails more accessible
Finally a guide to creating cocktails using Irish drinks and spirits and using commonly kitchen utensils Irish Kitchen Cocktails: 60 Drinks You Can Make at Home with Everyday Equipment is the first book from Oisín Davis but it’s one that he has been brewing for...
Powerscourt Distillery launches Fercullen 21 Single Malt
Powerscourt Distillery launches Fercullen 21 Single Malt The 2023 launch of Fercullen 21 Single Malt marks the arrival of our second annual batch of aged malt with a delightful sherry influence. In the process of selecting from the array of available whiskeys,...
New Redbreast 10-Year-Old Distillery Edition
New Redbreast Distillery Exclusive Release In celebration of the opening of the newly redesigned Midleton Distillery Experience, Redbreast Irish Whiskey have unveiled Redbreast 10-Year-Old Distillery Edition, an expression of Redbreast that is exclusively...
Ogham Whiskey unveil their second limited release
Ogham Whiskey launch 7-year-old Single Malt Irish whiskey The second limited release from Ogham Whiskey, a brand founded by rugby Stars Adam and Dan Leavy along with father Donal and friend Doug Leddin. This 7-year-old single malt Irish whiskey finished in a...
Berry Bros & Rudd launch The Collective – celebrating pioneers in sustainability
Rademon Estate’s Shortcross 2017 Single Pot Still Irish whiskey features in the Berry Bros. & Rudd ‘The Collective’ Britain’s oldest wine and spirits merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd have announced the launch of The Collective, an annual...
Irish Food and Drink Month returns with a new format
Irish Food and Drink Month returns with a new format Irish Food & Drink Month returns with a Wicklow themed set of events in Powerscourt Distillery, BrookLodge Hotel and a new pop up in Hen’s Teeth. Last year, Great Irish Beverages launched the inaugural...
Teeling Whiskey release 21-Year-Old Rising Reserve Series 2
Teeling Whiskey release 21-Year-Old Rising Reserve Series 2 The second bottling of the “Rising Reserve” limited edition series of unique 21-Year-Old Irish Single Malts. Matured in Bourbon casks for 18 years and then a long three year finish in...
UK Minister declares Titanic Distillers officially open for business
UK Minister declares Titanic Distillers officially open for business Belfast’s first working distillery in almost 90 years has been officially opened by UK Minister for Exports Lord Offord. Congratulations to all the team at Titanic Distillers. Definitely...
Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition
Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition Irish distillers have announced the second limited-edition release in the Redbreast Iberian Series. The single pot still Irish whiskey goes on sale from today 18 September in the USA, Ireland, UK, China, Australia, Canada,...
Waterford Distillery has bottled Ireland’s most heavily-peated whiskeys of all time
New peated releases from Waterford Distillery Waterford Distillery has announced the release of the most heavily-peated Irish whiskeys ever. Press Release Waterford Distillery, producer of naturally flavoursome single malts, has today announced...
Tullamore D.E.W. launch new ‘Be More Tullamore’ campaign
Tullamore D.E.W. launches their brand’s biggest campaign yet – Be More Tullamore The campaign celebrates their international success and is a tribute to their hometown of Tullamore and it’s people. Press Release Iconic Irish...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey launch new ‘World Wood’ series
Bushmills Irish Whiskey have launched their new ‘World Wood’ series with two Global Travel Retail exclusive releases 15 and 21 year old single malt releases from Bushmills as part of their new World Wood series. Press Release Bushmills Irish...
Powers John’s Lane Cask Strength now a permanent addition to the Powers family
Powers John’s Lane Cask Strength Excited for this new release as Powers John’s Lane 12-year-old pot still Irish whiskey gets the cask strength treatment and will now be a permanent addition to the Powers family. Press Release Proudly honouring the...
Teeling Whiskey is the official Irish whiskey partner of the Aer Lingus College Football Classic series
Teeling Whiskey – Irish Whiskey Partner of the Aer Lingus College Football Classic series With Dublin becoming the European home of American College Football, Teeling Whiskey have become the official Irish whiskey partner of the Aer Lingus College...
James J. Fox and Teeling Whiskey launch first ever single cask Teeling Blackpitts Peated Irish Whiskey
A collaboration between James J. Fox and Teeling Whiskey James J. Fox of Grafton Street, Dublin, have announced the launch of the first ever Single Cask Teeling Blackpitts Irish Whiskey. This limited-edition whiskey is a collaboration between James J. Fox and...
Keeper’s Heart introduce Gerard Garland as their Global Brand Ambassador
Keeper’s Heart introduce Gerard Garland as their Global Brand Ambassador Highly respected, immensely knowledgeable and a true friend of Irish whiskey, Ger Garland has taken on a new challenge. Press release O’Shaughnessy Distilling Co. (OSDC), the...
Dingle Distillery announce release of Lúnasa Single Malt
Dingle announce the release of the fourth in its Wheel of the Year series, Lúnasa Single Malt Dingle Distillery’s upcoming whiskey release, Lúnasa Single Malt, the latest edition in its Wheel of the Year series, which comes after the successful launch of their...
Teeling Whiskey launch Explorer Series 15yo Japanese Edition Irish whiskey
Teeling Whiskey releases Explorers Series 15 Year Old Japanese Edition Irish Whiskey Teeling Whiskey has announced the highly anticipated release of its newest addition to the Teeling family: the Explorers Series 15 Year Old Japanese Edition Irish Whiskey. This...
Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey Summer Masterclass
Writers’ Tears announce a masterclass tasting session hosted by acclaimed journalist and broadcaster Tom Doorley Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey, headline sponsor of Waterford Walls Festival, has announced a ticketed tasting event on Friday, August 18th from 6 pm...
The Powerscourt Distillery unveils ‘The Gates’, the final chapter in the Estate Series
The Powerscourt Distillery Unveils ‘The Gates’, the Final Chapter of the Award-Winning Estate Series The third and final release in the highly-acclaimed Estate Series from Powerscourt Distillery continues with the beautiful Italian Amarone wine...
Killowen peated Tawny Port finish Irish whiskey
Killowen Distillery Exclusive Bottling Cask KDC#202 – Peated Tawny Port finish Killowen Distillery have announced the release of a new mixed mash bill Irish whiskey with a peated Tawny Port finish. Bottled at 56.05%, and retailing for £120 for a 500ml...
Connacht Whiskey Company announce first core release
Connacht Whiskey Company announce their first core release – Spirit of the Atlantic Irish whiskey Following on from their highly acclaimed Connacht Single Malt Batch 1 limited edition last year, the Connacht Whiskey Company have announced their first...
Boann Summer Solstice Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Boann Summer Solstice Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey On the Summer Solstice 2023, Boann Distillery introduced its second Single Pot Still bottling, Cask No. 12, a Rivesaltes Single Cask bottled at cask strength, to a small group of whiskey enthusiasts, for a...
Happy 20th Birthday to Celtic Whiskey Shop
Celtic Whiskey Shop celebrates 20th anniversary For those who have followed Irish whiskey for long enough to remember, the Celtic Whiskey Shop was at the very hub of what then was a small but enthusiastic group of whiskey lovers. The role that Celtic Whiskey...
Dingle Unplugged at Camden Studios
Dingle Unplugged at Camden Studios: Intimate acoustic gig series to connect fans with favourite Irish musicians Loah to present inaugural event in new acoustic series debut with guest acts, Cathy Davey and Moncrieff Dingle Distillery and Camden Recording...
New Thin Lizzy Irish Whiskey
Thin Lizzy Irish Spirits release Thin Lizzy Irish Whiskey Over the last period we’ve seen quite a few celebrity bottlings of spirits including Bourbons, Tequila, Gin and of course Whiskey. One of the latest additions is this very rock n’roll...
Dunville’s and James J. Fox collaborate to release 21 year old PX Sherry cask finish Irish Whiskey
Dunville’s and James J. Fox in new Single Cask collaboration with 21 Year Old PX Sherry cask finish Irish Whiskey Cask 1670 is a 21 Year Old Irish Single Malt Whiskey finished in an exceptional Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask, selected from the Dunville’s warehouses...
Element Irish whiskey launch Lore Single Malt 1.0
Element Irish whiskey just launched its second release Element Lore Single Malt R/1.0 This new release from Element Irish has been heavily influenced in the development by feedback from consumer and industry sources in what they term ‘open...
Method and Madness Garryana Oak – First Irish whiskey finished in Garryana oak casks
Irish Distillers unveil Method and Madness Garryana Oak, the first Irish whiskey finished in Garryana oak casks New release and world’s first as Irish Distillers unveil the Method and Madness Garyanna Oak from the experimental Microdistillery in Midleton....
Irish rugby stars launch Ogham Irish whiskey
Irish rugby stars Adam and Dan Leavy launch Ogham Whiskey A sourced 7 year old single malt Irish whiskey finished in a Madeira cask and bottled at 47.23% ABV. Limited release of 1,000 bottles. Retailing at €75. Press release Irish rugby stars Adam and...
Redbreast Dream Cask sixth edition – Port to Port 27 year old Pot Still
The sixth release in the annual Redbreast Dream Cask series – 27 year old Port to Port edition The Redbreast Dream Cask series has become a highly acclaimed annual release from Irish Distillers. For collectors and Redbreast lovers this years release...
The Quick Brown Fox – a collaboration between J.J. Corry, and James J. Fox Dublin
The Quick Brown Fox is a collaboration between Whiskey Bonder, J.J. Corry, and James J. Fox Dublin This 6 year old single malt Irish Whiskey was firstly matured in grade A ex-Bourbon barrels, before being disgorged into Amontillado and Oloroso Sherry Casks,...
Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey announce title sponsorship of Waterford Walls
Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey announce title sponsorship of Ireland’s premier Street Art Festival – Waterford Walls Press Release: Waterford Walls Festival brought to you by Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey Now in its 9th year, Waterford Walls International Street...
Powerscourt Distillery releases first whiskey distilled in County Wicklow in over 100 years
Powerscourt Distillery reach significant milestone with their first whiskey fully distilled on-site Not only have they released their first whiskey fully distilled on-site, blended by award winning distiller Paul Corbett, but also put County Wicklow back on the...
Bord Bia and Skillnet Ireland launch Origin Green Academy
Bord Bia and Skillnet Ireland launch Origin Green Academy to develop sustainability skills and talent for the Irish food and drink industry Another example of how Ireland is set to become a world leader in sustainability in the food and drinks sector. ...
Dingle Distillery launches single cask 10-year-old single malt
First 10-year-old whiskey release by an Irish craft distillery using their own liquid in over 100 years Dingle Distillery is proud to launch the first 10-year-old whiskey release by an Irish craft distillery in over 100 years using its own liquid. There are 237...
Teeling Whiskey launch 15-year-old Single Grain Irish whiskey
Teeling Whiskey have announced the newest addition to their award-winning range of Irish Whiskeys, the Teeling 15-Year-Old Single Grain. This extends their premium offering of Irish Grain Whiskey, following on from their multi-award winning core Single Grain...
Waterford Whisky announced as 2023 Hospitality Partner of Ireland’s Summer Opera Festival
Waterford Whisky announced as 2023 Hospitality Partner of Ireland’s Summer Opera Festival Waterford Distillery is delighted to announce its involvement as drinks partners for one of Ireland’s leading arts festivals, Blackwater Valley Opera Festival. The...
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey collaborates with global gaming franchise on Dead Island 2 Whiskey
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey (Belfast, Northern Ireland) has partnered with the world’s most iconic zombie gaming saga to create Dead Island 2 Dunville’s Irish Whiskey. The limited edition release celebrates the launch of Dead Island 2, the hotly anticipated sequel...
Dingle Distillery announces release of Bealtaine Single Pot Still, the third in its Wheel of the Year series
To celebrate the latest release in its Wheel of the Year series, Bealtaine Single Pot Still, Dingle Distillery reveals details of a series of events welcoming the Return of the Light. These exclusive, ticket-only events take place over Bealtaine in the wilds of...
Irish Distillers and Heineken join forces on Malting Barley Project
Two of Ireland’s leading drinks companies are joining forces to promote regenerative agricultural practices in barley farming. Irish Distillers and HEINEKEN Ireland are coming together for a three year collaboration which will support malting barley farmers in...
Waterford Whisky partners with artist Nathanaël Koffi
Waterford Whisky partners with artist Nathanaël Koffi for latest flagship Cuvée bottling Waterford Whisky has announced a new partnership with French visual artist, Nathanaël Koffi The partnership is for its forthcoming flagship cuvée, The Waterford Cuvée –...
Boann Distillery release three new Whistler whiskeys
Boann Distillery has launched three new whiskeys as part of its premium Whistler range. The cask finished series are triple distilled for extra smoothness, with each having its own unique finish, including a 16-year-old single malt finished in rare Palo Cortado sherry...
Killowen Distillery release Barántúil Cask 024
Following on from their wonderful cask 001 & 002 releases, Killowen Distillery announced the release of their Cask 024 which is being sold through the traditional Killowen retail channels. Many independent retailers across the Island will be receiving stock for...
Thomond Gate Whiskey release two new editions
Thomond Gate Whiskey have announced the release of two new limited-edition whiskeys that we are sure will delight your senses. Their Ruby Port Cask Finish Single Malt, available exclusively through Folsom Wine Spirits in California, and their new Château Kirwan Cask...
New Limited Edition Green Spot Quails’ Gate Irish Whiskey
The third installment in the Green Spot Wine Geese Series has been unveiled as a limited-edition single pot still Irish whiskey finished in Pinot Noir casks in a partnership with Quails’ Gate winery. Irish Distillers, makers of Green Spot Single Pot Still Irish...
Release of 13th Vintage Writers’ Tears Cask Strength Whiskey
13th Release of the prestige Writers’ Tears Cask Strength whiskey is limited to 8,700 bottles worldwide (1,800 USA & 6,900 RoW) The 13th edition of the prestige Writers’ Tears Cask Strength whiskey from Walsh Whiskey, Amber Beverage Group’s centre of whiskey...
Waterford Distillery release Cuvée: Argot Single Malt Whisky
Ireland’s Waterford Distillery has announced the launch of Cuvée: Argot, a permanent addition to its single malt whisky range and accompanying Cuvée Concept. Launching from 1st March, Cuvée: Argot is the distillery’s first permanent global bottling, marking a more...
Dunville’s release Ireland’s Whiskey Of The Year
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey has announced a release of its highly anticipated 21 Year Old Palo Cortado Sherry Finish Cask 1197, which was named Ireland’s Best Whiskey at the Irish Whiskey Awards. Cask 1197 will be available to purchase from 1pm on Friday 24 February...
Official launch of Cork Whiskey Fest 2023
The Shelbourne Bar on MacCurtain Street played host last night to the official launch of Cork Whiskey Fest 2023, which will take place across the Mac Curtain St., Collins’ Barracks and St. Luke’s area from the 24th to the 26th of March. It’s guaranteed to be a...
Walsh Whiskey release The Irishman Vintage Cask 2023
Always highly anticipated the Irishman has garnered a strong following. This the 15th release is a rare, prestige cask strength (55.3% ABV) Irish whiskey limited to 8,400 bottles worldwide. The 2023 vintage of The Irishman Vintage Cask, a rare cask strength Irish...
A Chat with Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman – Midleton Very Rare, The Pinnacle and Sustainability
Whether you’re a fan or not, it’s undeniable that no other Irish whiskey garners as much anticipation, excitement and frenzy as the annual release of Midleton Very Rare. Mention premium Irish whiskey and inevitably the discussion will include Midleton Very...
Midleton Very Rare launches 2023 vintage
Debuting new sustainable packaging, Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman shares his third vintage and the 40th annual expression in the series. Irish Distillers, maker of some of the world’s most enjoyed whiskeys, is delighted to release Midleton Very Rare 2023. The third...
Midleton Very Rare launches ultra-rare: The Pinnacle
Irish Distillers, maker of some of the world’s most enjoyed whiskeys, is honoured to unveil Midleton Very Rare The Pinnacle Vintage, an ultra-rare single bottle release. Offering one whiskey enthusiast the opportunity to taste the breadth of the world famous Midleton...
Lough Mask Distillery Open Day on Feb 25th
West of Ireland whiskey-makers Lough Mask Distillery are holding an Open Day for all whiskey-lovers on Saturday the 25th of February from 3pm until 6pm. The Open Day is an opportunity for local people to see at first-hand what is involved in the operation of a...
Irish Distillers shows strong growth in 2022
Irish Distillers, producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys, has today announced results for the first half of its financial year (ending 31st December 2022) Jameson sold 6.4M cases with volume growth of 11% in H1 FY23 Jameson sales...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey release their oldest expression to date
Bushmills Irish Whiskey announces final expression in their current Causeway Collection series Bushmills have announced the final release in their current Causeway Collection. The 33 year old Port cask finish single malt is a Global Travel Retail which shall be...
Irish Distillers announces new sustainable packaging
Irish Distillers announces sustainable step change for packaging across its portfolio of Irish whiskeys Irish Distillers unveil their sustainable packaging initiatives helping to spearhead the drive to make Irish whiskey the most sustainable in the world....
Powers Irish Whiskey celebrates with ‘Old But Gold’ campaign
Iconic whiskey brand, Powers is continuing to shine a spotlight on the stories of interesting local characters, as part of its Old But Gold campaign. Proudly championing Powers’ rich history, and its ability to stand the test of time, the Old But Gold campaign...
Dingle Distillery release new Lá Le Bríde Single Malt
New Limited Edition release from Dingle Distillery A new single malt release from Dingle Distillery. A limited release of 10,000 bottles worldwide. Bottled at 50% ABV, retailing at €85. Press release Dingle Distillery is proud to launch its highly...
Harvest Lodge Distillery
The Glens of Antrim Distillery is a new distillery being built in County Antrim. The distillery will start producing whiskey in early 2023 and will house a restaurant, bar and visitor centre.
Scotts Irish Whiskey Distillery
The Glens of Antrim Distillery is a new distillery being built in County Antrim. The distillery will start producing whiskey in early 2023 and will house a restaurant, bar and visitor centre.
Stewarts Mill Distillery
The Glens of Antrim Distillery is a new distillery being built in County Antrim. The distillery will start producing whiskey in early 2023 and will house a restaurant, bar and visitor centre.
Curraghmore Distillery
The Glens of Antrim Distillery is a new distillery being built in County Antrim. The distillery will start producing whiskey in early 2023 and will house a restaurant, bar and visitor centre.
New packaging for Ahascragh Distillery’s Clan Colla and Uais Irish whiskeys
PRESS RELEASE In a unique collaboration with Irish artist, David Rooney, Ahascragh Distillery introduce new packaging for their Family Bond whiskeys, UAIS and Clan Colla Irish Whiskey. Ahascragh Distillery enrolled the help of celebrated Irish artist, David Rooney, to...
Irish Whiskey Society America announce annual awards
The Irish Whiskey Society America (IWSA) recently announced the favourite Irish whiskeys across 13 categories as voted by Irish whiskey drinkers across America. The awards have been given the moniker “The Izzys” which is a play on the societies’ acronym, IWSA, and the...
Killowen Distillery new release – Rum & Raisin finish
Press Release Continuing on with their rye craze and after a most successful launch of their penultimate Belgrove Oat Rum & Raisin last year, they have finally arrived at the final release of the Bonded International Series. As mentioned before Killowen’s...
Sláinte Irish Whiskey expands distribution in seven states
The Sláinte Irish Whiskey Smooth Blend is now available in Texas, Florida, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, California and Massachusetts. Sláinte Irish Whiskey is quickly expanding their U.S. presence by launching distribution in seven new states. The Smooth Blend was...
Powers launches the world’s first ever 100% Irish Rye Whiskey
Powers launches the world’s first ever 100% Irish Rye whiskey Although there have been other Rye whiskeys produced in Ireland from producers such as Kilbeggan, Killowen and Rademon Estate, this however is the first time Rye has been produced in Ireland...
Irish whiskey distilleries attracted 677,000 visitors in 2022
Irish whiskey distilleries around the island of Ireland attracted 677,000 visitors in 2022, an increase of 425 per cent on 2021 but still a third down on the pre-Covid peak of 1.02 million. The Irish Whiskey Association announced the new figures today (24.01.23) as...
Irish whiskey reaches €1 billion in exports
The publication today of Bord Bia’s Export Performance and Prospects report 2022/23 by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue, TD reveals the value of Ireland’s food, drink and horticulture exports increased by 22% last year to reach a...
Teeling release New Wonders of Wood Single Pot Still
Press Release Teeling are delighted to announce the release of the second edition in the Wonders of Wood series of Single Pot Still, limited edition bottlings. The Wonders of Wood series is part of our innovative mission to push the boundaries of flavour, by utilising...
Clonakilty Whiskey appoints Marussia Beverages as US importer
Clonakilty Irish whiskey appoints Marussia Beverages as exclusive importer to the US Clonakilty Distillery is located by the Atlantic coast in South-West Ireland, Clonakilty has received many prestigious awards including World’s best Irish New Make and World’s...
New €100 million distillery approved for North Dublin
A new whiskey distillery has been given planning permission by Fingal County Council. The distillery and visitor centre will be built in Balbriggan and is expected to bring in 50,000 tourists a year into the area. The distillery will hopefully bring in over 150 jobs...
Fercullen Irish Whiskey get new US distribution deal
Fercullen Irish Whiskey from the Powerscourt Estate, one of Ireland’s most-visited locations, will now be available across the U.S. thanks to a new distribution partnership with Zamora Company USA. Irish whiskey is one of the fastest-growing spirits categories in the...
Boann Distillery release their first Irish Single Pot Still Whiskey
Boann Distillery release their first Pot Still Irish whiskey Boann Distillery celebrated the Winter Solstice (Dec 21) by unveiling its first Irish Single Pot Still Whiskey at its base just outside Drogheda, Co Louth. On the same date three years ago, it filled...
Irish Distillers celebrates huge wins at leading competitions
Press release Irish Distillers is proud to celebrate an outstanding awards season after receiving 224 medals from the world’s leading taste and design competitions throughout 2022. The extraordinary haul of medals, an increase of 41 versus 2021, includes several of...
West Cork Distillers release two new whiskeys including 5 year old pot still
West Cork Irish Whiskey release their first Pot Still Irish whiskey West Cork Irish Whiskey, produced by West Cork Distillers, Ireland’s largest and oldest Independent distillery in Skibbereen, Co. Cork, has unveiled two new aged whiskeys. The new releases, a...
Ahascragh Distillery release 7 year old single grain
Ahascragh Distillery release their first Single Grain Irish Whiskey Ahascragh Distillery expand their Family Bond series with their first Single Grain Irish Whiskey release. Clan Colla 7 Year Old Single Grain is a fine Irish whiskey, aged in ex-Bourbon casks...
Jameson Irish Whiskey release new advert ‘THE DROP’
As part of their major international brand campaign, ‘Widen the Circle’, Jameson Irish Whiskey is delighted to announce the latest addition to the campaign, once again featuring Irish comedian Aisling Bea. Based on the idea that life is enriched by the magic of...
New investment allows Lough Mask Distillery to increase capacity
West of Ireland whiskey-makers Lough Mask Distillery have announced that they have recently taken delivery of new equipment, including a new boiler and a new forklift. The new investment is a vote of confidence from them in the future of the west of Ireland whiskey...
Dunville’s and Fairley’s Wines collaborate on new release
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey exclusive Single Cask release in collaboration with Fairley’s Wines Coleraine. Cask 1683 is a 13 Year Old Irish Single Malt finished in Oloroso Sherry Casks. It has been bottled exclusively for Fairley’s Wines Coleraine. The Single Cask...
Shortcross Rye and Malt Cask Strength
Rademon Estate Distillery release Shortcross Rye and Malt Cask Strength Building on the successful of their Rye and Malt release earlier this, Rademon Estate Distillery have given that release the Cask strength treatment with a Limited Edition at cask strength...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey to host Charity Whiskey Auction
12 Complete sets of miniatures from The 2021 Causeway Collection will be auctioned in aid of The Causeway Coast & Glens Heritage Trust Bushmills Irish Whiskey is to host its first ever virtual whiskey auction, inviting fans to “Savour The Causeway” and bid...
Walsh Whiskey Honours 10th Anniversary of The Ennis Whiskey Club
Walsh Whiskey Honours 10th Anniversary of The Ennis Whiskey Club with Special Limited-Edition Bottling of The Irishman Walsh Whiskey has honoured the 10th anniversary of the Ennis Whiskey Club with a special limited-edition bottling of The Irishman –...
Blackwater Distillery release Dirtgrain Whisky
Blackwater Distillery in West Waterford started making Irish whisky in 2018 and now, 4 years later, is delighted to launch the first generation of Dirtgrain Irish Whisky, titled the Manifesto release. A limited edition exploration in flavour inspired by how Irish...
Launch of Vinspire Wine and Spirit Academy
Founded by award-winning Irish sommelier Philip Dunne, Vinspire Academy provides WSET courses and qualifications in both wine and spirits tailored for those working the Irish hospitality industry and also drinks enthusiasts. Vinspire Wine and Spirit Academy is the...
Waterford Distillery resurrects rare barley variety with Hunter release
Ireland’s Waterford Distillery has bottled its first Heritage whisky, Hunter, by resurrecting a rare barley variety from a bygone era. The barley used in this release is named after pioneering plant breeder, Dr Herbert Hunter, that was first introduced in 1959. Hunter...
Walsh Whiskey 5th Annual Bursary
Congratulations to Matteo Costarella on winning the 5th Walsh Whiskey Annual Bursary Matteo Costarella, a second year Brewing and Distilling undergraduate at South East Technological University (SETU), is the fifth recipient of the annual Walsh Whiskey €1,000...
New Era Spirits launch Element Fusion Series R/1.0
Element Fusion Series R/1.0 is a small batch blended Irish whiskey composed of both Single Malt and Single Grain spirits which are matured in a combination of ex bourbon, virgin American Oak, Oloroso Sherry and seasoned stout casks. This premium whiskey is made for...
Killowen Bonded International Series part 2 of 2
Killowen Bonded International Series part 2 of 2 This 3 year old whiskey has been matured in ex-Tasmanian Pinot Noir and ex-Tasmanian Malt Whiskey casks, and given the Killowen Rum & Raisin finish. A limited release of 222 500ml bottles, bottled at cask...
Micil Release New Madeira Island Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Micil Distillery unveil their newest Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey release and the second in their Island Series, Micil Madeira Island Irish Whiskey. The new release extends the Micil Irish Whiskey core range to 3 products, joining Micil Earls Island and the recently...
Single Malt Shop release a single cask Green Spot 10 year old
The last third party single cask release of Green Spot from Mitchell & Son After launching in May of 2021, The Single Malt Shop has quickly earned a solid reputation for being a global leader as an online whiskey store. Based out of Dublin, they have grown...
Irish Whiskey Association Chairman’s Awards
Luminaries of Ireland’s whiskey industry being honoured at Chairman’s Awards gala As John Quinn’s role as Chairman of the Irish Whiskey Association draws to an end, the biennial Chairman’s Awards took place last night (17th November) celebrating...
Irish Whiskey Awards 2022
Always a highlight in the Irish whiskey calendar, the ninth Irish Whiskey Awards took place on 10th November in Pearse Lyon’s Distillery, in the heart of Dublin’s Liberties. Attended by over 120 guests including brand and industry representatives, and whiskey...
Teeling Whiskey unveils first bottling in new Rising Reserve 21 year old Single Malt Series
A new premium limited edition release from Teeling. A 21 year old single malt Irish whiskey matured in ex-Bourbon barrels for 16 years followed by a long finish of 5 years in ex-Carcavelos White Port casks. Bottled at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered, limited release of...
Wayward Irish Spirits unveils Lakeview Single Estate
Wayward Irish Spirits are proud to release the Lakeview Single Estate Irish Whiskey. This first Single Pot Still Whiskey from the Lakeview Estate Barley showcases the special maturation conditions on their Estate and captures the spirit of the land, their family home...
Alice Beat Cancer Fund – Irish Whiskey Auctions to host charity auction
A call for lots…& lots of bottles Our friends at Irish Whiskey Auctions have offered to host a charity auction to raise funds for the Help Alice Beat Cancer Fund. This is where you come in… They’re looking for drinks brands & individuals who may be in a...
Flannery’s Bar
Flannery’s Bar Flannery’s Bar is situated in Co. Limerick Their Story Flannery’s Pub is well known to everyone in Limerick. Located on Denmark Street, alongside the pedestrian shopping area of Limerick and just around the corner from the famous Milk...
Teeling Whiskey release 17 Year Old Single Malt Single Cask
Teeling Whiskey are delighted to announce the newest addition to the Teeling Whiskey Distillery Exclusive range of whiskeys. Bottled from cask number 16621 our Distillery Exclusive 17 Year Old Single Malt Single Cask was aged initially in an ex-bourbon cask before...
Irish Whiskey Association publishes Irish Whiskey Global Report 2022
The report calls for more free trade with positive partners; and for sustainability and supply chains to be put at the heart of future international trade policy. The report includes the findings of a member company survey, which focused specifically on supply chain...
Ahascragh Irish Whiskey goes green in 2022
Ahascragh Distillery is on target to be the first eco-distillery of this scale in Ireland. The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is supporting the development of the distillery, with capital support of €500,000. Located in the heart of the small East...
Teeling Whiskey Dublin Born “Big Smoke” Blackpitts Cask Strength
Teeling Whiskey launches Dublin born “Big Smoke” Blackpitts Cask Strength One we’ve been waiting for! Teeling Whiskey release Blackpitts Cask Strength, a cask strength follow up of their highly acclaimed Blackpitts Peated Single Malt Irish...
Dingle Distillery unveils Dingle Samhain Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Dingle Distillery launch Dingle Samhain Single Malt Press Release Dingle Distillery is proud to announce Dingle Samhain Single Malt Whiskey, the first release in a brand-new series of limited-edition whiskeys in their Wheel of the Year series. Distilled,...
Currach Single Malt Irish Whiskey to announces its latest collaboration with Western Herd Brewing Co.
New release from Currach in collaboration with Western Herd Brewing Co. A new Single Malt Irish Whiskey, Cask Strength, Single Cask bottling exclusively for the Irish market. Bottled at cask strength 56.7% ABV, non-chill filtered, natural colour. Retailing at...
Teeling Irish Whiskey unveils first member of their Very Rare Casks Collection
Teeling 32 Year Old Single Malt Teeling Irish Whiskey has unveiled its newest limited-edition release, a 32-year-old Irish single malt available exclusively in the U.S. The first member of Teeling’s Very Rare Casks Collection, this whiskey was distilled in...
The Dublin Liberties Distillery named ‘Proud Partner’ of NFL Pitssburgh Steelers
Dublin Liberties Distillery partners with the NFL’s Pitssburgh Steelers In a first of its kind partnership, The Dublin Liberties Distillery and the NFL’s Pittsburgh Steelers have entered a multifaceted, three-year sponsorship agreement naming the...
The Echlinville Distillery launches new walking trails and café
The Echlinville Distillery launches new walking trails and café The Ards Penninsula in County Down on the north-east coast of Ireland is one of the most unspoiled and underdeveloped beauty spots that is waiting to be discovered. Tourism NI is beginning to...
An Carn Distillery
The Glens of Antrim Distillery is a new distillery being built in County Antrim. The distillery will start producing whiskey in early 2023 and will house a restaurant, bar and visitor centre.
Titanic Distillery
The Glens of Antrim Distillery is a new distillery being built in County Antrim. The distillery will start producing whiskey in early 2023 and will house a restaurant, bar and visitor centre.
Jameson Irish Whiskey reintroduce their signature style Jameson Single Pot Still
Welcome Back – Jameson Single Pot Still We were delighted to attend the launch of the latest permanent addition to the brand family that undoubtedly has spearheaded the resurgence of Irish whiskey worldwide and has now become one of the world’s most...
Lambay Irish Whiskey launch Lambay Single Malt Castle Prestige Edition 20 Years Old
Lambay Irish Whiskey present their oldest expression with the Lambay Single Malt Castle Prestige Edition 20 Years Old Lambay Irish Whiskey are synonymous with Cognac finished Irish whiskeys with their partnership of the prestigious House of Camus producers....
Powerscourt Distillery unveils Fercullen 21 year old
The Powerscourt distillery launched its oldest release of Fercullen whiskey at an exclusive tasting event at the brand’s home on the Powerscourt Estate on Thursday 29th September. Guests on the night were treated to a pre-release sample of Fercullen 21 year old Single...
New team announced at Belfast Distillery Company
The growth of Belfast Distillery Company continues, with the doubling of the workforce as the Company expands operations both locally and globally. The increase in team members comes just weeks after the company broke ground on the £22m J&J McConnell’s Distillery...
Roe & Co launch Coffee Stout cask finished Irish whiskey
Roe & Co Irish whiskey unveils its latest release. Roe & Co Coffee Stout Cask Finish Part of the Cask & Keg series, this is an exciting new small batch release. The culmination of an experimental flavour collaboration between Roe & Co Irish...
Titanic Distillers invests £7.6m in historic Pump-house conversion
Belfast drinks company to create 41 jobs at city’s first working distillery in almost 90 years Press release Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has announced that a £7.6million investment to develop a new whiskey distillery and visitor...
Method and Madness launches new Oats and Malt Irish Whiskey
A Limited Edition release from the Midleton Micro Distillery Press Release: Irish Distillers is proud to introduce its latest expression in innovation with the launch of METHOD AND MADNESS Oats and Malt. Only the second-ever release from the company’s Micro...
Irish Whiskey Association calls for Food and Drink Tourism Strategy
The Irish Whiskey Association, the lead representative body for the Irish whiskey industry, has called on Government and agencies north and south to develop a new all-island Food and Drink Tourism Strategy as a priority for 2023. The most recent Food and Drink Tourism...
Whiskey Wars at Dublin Liberties Distillery
Award-winning writer & actress Joyce Greenaway is bringing her ‘blistering’ double Edinburgh Fringe solo show to The Dublin Liberties Distillery. It’s now coming to Dublin Liberties Distillery and it’s a simple setup: a chair, a glass and a bottle of whiskey. And...
The Old Grainstore Bar
The Old Grainstore The Old Grainstore is situated in Westport, Co. Mayo. Their Story Located in the heart of Westport, The Old Grainstore dates back to the early 1800’s and was originally a pub, general merchants and a working grain store. After years of...
Irish Distillers adds digital label solution
Irish Distillers has today announced the launch of a digital e-label system which aims to better inform consumers about the products they are consuming, as well as encourage responsible drinking. The digital labelling initiative is beginning with a European pilot...
Lough Ree Distillery commences distillation
Clancy siblings, Peter, Sheila, and Michael are proud to announce that they have commenced distillation of Irish Whiskey in Lough Ree Distillery, the first legal distillery in Co. Longford since Richmond Distillery, Clondra ceased production in 1843. Lough Ree...
IWA release Sustainability Roadmap 2022
Sustainability has come to the forefront of many industries and the Irish whiskey industry is focused on leading the way to becoming the most sustainable in the world. The Irish Whiskey Association today released their Sustainability Roadmap 2022 which details how the...
Midleton Very Rare 2022 release
Press Release: Irish Distillers, maker of some of the world’s most enjoyed whiskeys, has unveiled the eagerly awaited second Midelton Very Rare annual vintage to be released by Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman. For the 39th edition in the renowned and highly...
Powerscourt Distillery release Fercullen Falls
Press Release: We are very proud to introduce our first release of a blended whiskey with the malt whiskey having been distilled at Powerscourt Distillery. Fercullen Falls is a blend of single malt and grain whiskeys, with a high malt content highlighting the unique...
Waterford Distillery using heritage barley
Press Release: In our pioneering quest to unearth whisky’s most natural flavours, we now present resurrected lost flavours from a bygone era. Part of our Arcadian Farm Origin range, which explores real rarity and the flavours derived from the old ways, our first...
Copeland Distillery release Bordeaux finish whiskey
Press Release: Copeland Distillery has announced two new whiskies marking its growth within a third spirits category, having launched its first whiskey product in 2021 alongside its existing range of gins and rums. Merchants’ Quay ex Bordeaux Rum Cask Blended Irish...
Green Spot Ampeliastos Release
Irish Whiskey Magazine are delighted to unveil our inaugural Irish whiskey bottling, Green Spot Ampeliastos Pot Still Irish Whiskey. This unique single cask release (bottled at cask strength) has been a collaboration between Mitchell & Son Wine Merchants, Irish...
Irish Distillers new €250 million distillery in Midleton
Irish Distillers, producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys, has today announced it will invest 250 million euro to build a new distillery in Midleton Co. Cork in order to meet demand and ensure the necessary future production...
Sláinte Irish Whiskey to aid Bluecheck Ukraine
Sláinte Irish Whiskey have released their first two new whiskeys, a blended Irish whiskey aged in Bourbon and Sherry Casks and a limited edition 18 year old Single Malt aged in Bourbon casks and finished in Muscat Hogsheads. The Single Malt release is a collaboration...
Waterford Whisky announce new Irish peat-dried releases
Announcing the first single malt whiskies in a generation to use Irish peat-dried barley Press release Waterford Distillery are pleased to share the release of two new single malt whiskies this autumn that were created using both Irish-harvested...
BAR 1661 takes top prize at the Bar of the Year Awards 2022
The winners were revealed at a gala awards ceremony hosted by Alan Shortt on Monday, 22nd of August, at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road. Along with winning the overall prize, BAR 1661 also won gold for Innovative Bar of the Year and bronze for Cocktail Bar of the...
World’s First Hybrid Cask widens distribution in the UK for Kinahan’s
Kinahan’s Irish Whiskey secures a listing for the world’s first hybrid cask single malt The Kasc Project with Master of Malt ahead of the busy season. Kinahan’s Irish Whiskey has secured a new listing for its latest single malt innovation The Kasc Project with Master...
Killarney Distillery
The Glens of Antrim Distillery is a new distillery being built in County Antrim. The distillery will start producing whiskey in early 2023 and will house a restaurant, bar and visitor centre.
Bushmills unveil two Causeway Collection 2022 releases exclusive to the island of Ireland
Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveils two Causeway Collection 2022 releases exclusive to the island of Ireland In their first in-person launch since the pandemic outbreak, Bushmills pulled out all the stops and held a discrete but elegant launch of two bottlings from...
Church of Oak Distillery
The Glens of Antrim Distillery is a new distillery being built in County Antrim. The distillery will start producing whiskey in early 2023 and will house a restaurant, bar and visitor centre.
Boann Distillery saves 100 year old Oloroso Casks
Boann Distillery have saved 100-year old Spanish wine barrels which are now being used to mature whiskey here for another century. Almost 70 extremely rare Oloroso casks from Córdoba in Andalucía, southern Spain, have been shipped to Co. Meath – the first of which was...
Belfast Distillery Company invests £22m to build distillery on site of Crumlin Road Gaol
Belfast Distillery Company invests £22m in new J&J McConnell’s Distillery and visitor centre Belfast Distillery Company, the company behind McConnell’s Irish Whiskey have unveiled details of their plans to develop the site of Crumlin Road Gaol into a...
Irish Whiskey Festival Tickets on sale now
The Irish Whiskey Festival is scheduled to take place from 17th to 23rd October 2022 in The CCD on 22nd & 23rd of October 2022
Bushmills release 2022 Causeway Collection
Bushmills Irish Whiskey has today revealed the highly anticipated 2022 releases from The Causeway Collection.
Killowen Distillery release a special Belfast Whiskey Week single malt
Killowen Distillery have followed on from their previous Belfast Whiskey Week Exclusive bottlings, and have used the same 11 year old Northern Single Malt as before with the whiskey being held in an Oloroso Sherry cask that has had a strong influence. They then...
Copeland Distillery targets 250,000 bottles with new US deal
The Copeland Distillery plans to export over 250,000 bottles with a new distribution deal with Tradebright for the US market.
The Irishman The Harvest – Brown Berry Beer Cask Finish Whiskey
A new release of Irish whiskey born from the fourth collaboration between Walsh Whiskey and Dick Mack’s Brewhouse of Dingle. This limited release of just 264 bottles is a blend of single malt and pot still originally matured in Rum casks before being finished in...
Old Comber Distillery – a Pot Still story
The Old Comber Distillery was an Irish whiskey distillery that operated from 1825-1953.
An insight into Gold Spot Irish whiskey
An insight into Gold Spot Irish whiskey A few weeks ago we had the pleasure of attending the unveiling of the latest release from Mitchell and Sons – Gold Spot. This release marks one hundred and thirty five years of whiskey bonding from one of Dublin’s...
Jameson comes full circle at All Together Now
This summer, Jameson is Widening the Circle with a brand new stage at All Together Now from July 29-31st. ‘The Circle’ is a fully immersive area featuring a line-up of artists and unmissable interactive workshops for festival goers Jameson Connects: The Circle @ All...
U.S. Ambassador welcomes IrishWhiskey360° Passport
The U.S. Ambassador to Ireland, H.E. Claire Cronin, this week visited the Irish Whiskey Association member distillery, the Pearse Lyons Distillery in Dublin, Ireland. The Ambassador used the visit to mark the close ties between the Irish and American whiskey...
Belfast Whiskey Week is coming soon
Belfast Whiskey Week is only a week away and this year features even more events, historical walks and tastings than any year before. The festival is Ireland’s largest whiskey festival and runs from July 22nd to July 31st. We would like to highlight some of the...
Killowen Belgrave Oat and Rye releases
Killowen’s inception had two overlapping influences, one is the rambles of whiskey cleric Fionnán O’Connor, the other was a visit to the phenomenal Belgrove Distillery in Tasmania and meeting with its distiller/farmer/scientist and sculptor, Peter Bignell. Last summer...
Aging Well at the Cliffs of Moher
The Cliffs of Moher Experience today announced it has partnered with J.J. Corry Irish Whiskey to create a new series of Irish whiskeys finished in sherry casks in the iconic O’Brien’s Tower. Clare-based J.J. Corry has selected single malt, pot still and single grain...
Glens of Antrim Distillery
The Glens of Antrim Distillery is a new distillery being built in County Antrim. The distillery will start producing whiskey in early 2023 and will house a restaurant, bar and visitor centre.
Wild Atlantic Distillery
Baoilleach Distillery is Donegal’s first grain distillery in over a century. They are a small batch distillery using a small copper still.
Killarney Distilling & Brewing Company
Baoilleach Distillery is Donegal’s first grain distillery in over a century. They are a small batch distillery using a small copper still.
Baoilleach Distillery
Baoilleach Distillery is Donegal’s first grain distillery in over a century. They are a small batch distillery using a small copper still.
Opinions – Greece
Opinions – Greece Ioannis Mallios Writing an opinion article for Irish whiskey and Greece, is not an easy task, but still, it is just an opinion, a trigger (hopefully) for discussion and comments. The history of the Greek Revolution can be a good starting point...
Limited edition Gold Spot Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey celebrates 135 years of wine and spirits merchants Mitchell & Son
Gold Spot Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Irish Distillers together with the Mitchell family are marking 135 years of whiskey bonding among the Mitchell family, one of Ireland’s last remaining wine merchants, by crafting a celebratory vibrant Spot release, Gold...
Glendalough wins Irish Distillery of the Year
Glendalough wins Irish Distillery of the Year at the New York International Spirits Competition Glendalough, the Wicklow based Distillery has just been awarded the prestigious accolade of Irish Distillery of the Year at the New York International Spirits Competition....
Iconic Jameson 18 year old reveals liquid and packaging evolution
New more sustainable packaging and higher ABV for Jameson 18 The much loved whiskey has undergone an important evolution including a sustainable packaging revamp and a higher ABV liquid. Putting sustainability at the forefront, Jameson 18 Years will now be...
Midleton Distillery to become carbon neutral by 2026
Irish Distillers announces plans for Midleton Distillery to become carbon neutral by 2026, using break-through emissions reducing technology Following on from the recently published sustainability roadmap from the Irish Whiskey Association, Irish Distillers...
Sazerac announces purchase of Sligo’s Lough Gill Distillery
Global spirits company Sazerac announces purchase of Sligo’s Lough Gill Distillery Press Release 20th June 2022 Hazelwood Demesne Limited, owner of the Lough Gill Distillery, on the shores of Lough Gill in County Sligo, Ireland, announces its acquisition...
Powerscourt Distillery release the second of their Estate Series – The Italian Gardens
The Italian Gardens – Second release in the Powerscourt Distillery Estate Series Powerscourt Distillery celebrated the launch of edition two in their Estate Series ‘The Italian Garden’ at Dublin’s leading Italian restaurant Rose Madre. This latest Limited...
Lost Irish finds its way home – Ireland’s newest contemporary Irish Whiskey
Lost Irish finds its way home – Ireland’s newest contemporary Irish Whiskey After a successful launch in the US, Lost Irish is now available in Ireland Press Release Having experienced quick success in the US since launching in 2021, Irish...
Redbreast Irish Whiskey launches Golden Cork competition
Redbreast launches golden opportunity to win a bottle of Dream Cask double cask edition Irish customers given rare chance to win a bottle of latest Redbreast Dream Cask release by finding a golden cork in a bottle of Redbreast 12 Year Old Redbreast Irish...
Irish Whiskey Association publishes roadmap to make Irish distilleries the most sustainable in the world
Irish Whiskey Association publishes all-island sustainability roadmap The Irish whiskey industry will lead the way in making Ireland the home of the world’s most sustainable distilleries and whiskey brands. That’s according to the Irish Whiskey Association,...
Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey releases collector’s edition bottle to honour the centenary of James Joyce’s novel Ulysses
Writers’ Tears undertakes a programme of celebrations for the Centenary of Ulysses Writers’ Tears super-premium Irish whiskey has released a limited, collector’s edition bottle of its Copper Pot expression. The bottling commemorates the centenary of one of the...
Redbreast Irish Whiskey celebrate World Whisky Day 2022 with Dream Cask Double Cask release
Fifth release of Redbreast Dream Cask series launched to celebrate World Whisky Day 2022 Redbreast Dream Cask Double Cask Edition is a 30 year old single pot still Irish whiskey which captures the quintessential Redbreast style while celebrating innovation and...
Belfast Distillery Company launches new McConnell’s Sherry Cask Finish
New release from Belfast Distillery Company Connoisseurs, influencers and distributors from the drinks industry joined the Belfast Distillery Company team at The Dark Horse, in Commercial Court Belfast, to launch their newest blend, McConnell’s Irish Whisky...
Lambay Irish Whiskey release its Limited-Edition Reserve Cask Series of Single Malts
Lambay Irish Whiskey release a journey of taste, with its Limited-Edition Reserve Cask Series of Single Malts Lambay Irish Whiskey have announced the first release in their new limited edition Reserve Cask Series. Batch 01 is a triple-distilled single malt,...
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey and The Friend At Hand collaborate on exclusive Single Cask release
Dunville’s 21-year-old single Irish Single Malt finished in Sherry Casks Echlinville Distillery extend their highly acclaimed Dunville’s Exclusive Single Cask Series with a new release in collaboration with Belfast’s The Friend At Hand Irish whiskey...
The Mash of History – by Dave Broom
Historic Mashbills Dave Broom In August this year, as part of his ongoing thesis with TU Dublin, historian Fionnán O’Connor gathered together two groups of distillers and writers to blind taste a selection of new make spirits made from historic single pot still...
Writers Tears Ice Wine Cask Finish
Writers Tears Ice Wine Cask Finish A Walsh Whiskey collaboration with Inniskillin Winery in Niagara, Ontario, Canada’s leading producer of Ice Wine. The limited-edition release of 3,500 bottles is a triple-distilled vatting of Single Pot Still and Single Malt whiskeys...
Waterford Biodynamic Luna 1.1
Waterford Biodynamic Luna 1.1 Waterford Distillery have worked with biodynamic Irish farmers – Trevor Harris, John McDonnell and Alan Mooney to produce the world’s first certified biodynamic whiskey. Luna 1.1 is matured in a combination of 35% first-fill US oak;...
Teeling Renaissance 4
Teeling Renaissance 4 A release limited to 9,000 bottles, this latest in the award-winning series is an 18-Year-Old Single Malt, aged initially in ex-bourbon barrels for over 16 years before being finished in ex-red Pineau des Charentes fortified wine casks. Bottled...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Sailor’s Home – The Journey
Sailor’s Home – The Journey A blended Irish whiskey using three casks. Grain whiskey was initially matured in virgin American oak casks and then recasked into ex-Bourbon casks. This was then blended with Single Malt which was initially matured in ex-Bourbon...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Roe & Co Sugi Wood
Roe & Co Sugi Wood This blended Irish whiskey showcases a unique wood type, Japanese Sugi, as well as a maturation process never before seen within the category. Five “elongated bungs” were hammered into the heads of each of ten American oak casks. These bungs...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Redbreast PX Single Pot Still
Redbreast PX Single Pot Still Redbreast Pedro Ximénez Edition is the first limited edition release to join the Iberian Series along with Redbreast Lustau Edition. This Single Pot Still Irish whiskey is triple distilled and matured in ex-Bourbon and Oloroso sherry...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Powerscourt Fercullen Amarone Single Grain
Powerscourt Fercullen Amarone Single Grain The first issue in a three part ‘Estate Series’ from Powerscourt Distillery. This ‘Mill House’ limited edition release is a sourced Single Grain whiskey matured in ex-Bourbon oak casks and then finished in Italian Amarone...
47 year old Irish whiskey released as third chapter in the Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery collection
Chapter Three in the Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Midleton Very Rare has unveiled the Third Chapter in the Silent Distillery collection, Ireland’s oldest and rarest whiskey collection. The 47 year old Single Pot Still Irish whiskey is a...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Method and Madness Rye and Malt
Method and Madness Rye and Malt The first aged experimental distillate was created at the company’s innovation hub in Midleton, the Micro Distillery. Double distilled in 2015 from a mash of 60% rye and 40% malted barley, then matured in ex-bourbon American oak...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Lough Ree – Bart’s
Lough Ree – Bart’s A sourced Irish whiskey which is a continuous release from Lough Ree Distillery. Bart’s is a complex blend of grain, pot still and peated malt with malt whiskeys finished in Rye and Oloroso casks. Non-chill filtered and natural colour, it has...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Dunville’s James Fox Palo Cortado Cask
Dunville’s James Fox Palo Cortado Cask A collaboration with James J. Fox to release the latest in the Dunville’s single casks bottling series. This 20 year old Single Malt has been finished in a single Palo Cortado sherry cask for 3 years and 9 months. Bottled at cask...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Dingle Batch 6 Single Malt Port Cask
Dingle Batch 6 Single Malt Port Cask The final release in their Single Malt Batch Series. This Single Malt using their own distillate has been fully matured in Tawny Port casks with 15,000 bottles bottled at 46.5% ABV (a more limited release was bottled at Cask...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Currach Atlantic Wakame Seaweed Single Malt
Currach Atlantic Wakame Seaweed Single Malt The Currach series from Origin Spirits are the first whiskeys to be finished in seaweed charred casks. After the success of its initial Atlantic Kombu release, this release follows the same process but uses Atlantic Wakame...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Connacht Single Malt Batch 1 First Release
Connacht Single Malt Batch 1 First Release The Connacht Distillery’s first release of their own stock and the first whiskey to be distilled in Co. Mayo in over 150 years. Double distilled before being aged in ex-Bourbon casks and finished in ex-Oloroso sherry...
Rademon Estate releases Shortcross Rye & Malt Irish Whiskey
Second Irish whiskey release from Shortcross Whiskey Following on from their award winning inaugural release, the Shortcross Single Malt Irish Whiskey, Rademon Estate Distillery have followed up with something very different. Their second Irish whiskey...
Tastings – Issue 12 – Bushmills Causeway 2 Marsala Cask 1995
Bushmills Causeway 2 Marsala Cask 1995 A release in the Bushmills 2021 Causeway Collection, this whiskey has matured for over 10 years in Oloroso sherry butts and Bourbon barrels, before being aged in rare Marsala casks sourced from the island of Sicily, for 15 years....
Jameson Crested x Eight Degrees collaboration
The third edition of the Jameson Crested series Irish Distillers and Eight Degrees have collaborated in the this the third edition of the Jameson Crested series. Eight Degrees selected barleywine, a traditional malt-forward beer, to rest in rare Irish oak...
Walsh Whiskey releases 12th edition Writers’ Tears cask strength Irish whiskey
Walsh Whiskey releases 12th edition of the super-premium Writers’ Tears cask strength whiskey The 12th release of Writers’ Tears from Walsh Whiskey is limited to just 7,920 bottles, bottled at 54.6% ABV and retailing for €150/€140 Press release:...
Slane Extra Sherry Wood Irish whiskey
The second release from Slane Irish Whiskey’s new Wood Series Following on from the successful launch of Slane Special Edition earlier this year, Slane Irish Whiskey have announced the second release from their new Wood Series — Slane Extra Sherry Wood. Created...
Irish Distillers launch the Jameson Anthology series
New collection includes the unveiling of the first Jameson single pot still whiskey in decades Members of the press from around the world gathered at the first launch at Jameson Bow Street since lockdown began for the launch of the Jameson Anthology series. A...
The Connacht Distillery expands into the UK
Spirit Cartel appointed to supply Connacht Single Malt Irish Whiskey and Ballyhoo brands to UK on- and off-trade market Press release: The Connacht Distillery, producer of Irish whiskey and innovative Irish spirits, has announced its expansion into the UK...
Walsh Whiskey releases the 2022 Edition of The Irishman Vintage Cask
Walsh Whiskey Releases the 2022/14th Edition of The Irishman Vintage Cask The highly respected annual release of The Irishman at cask strength. Press release: Walsh Whiskey has released the 2022 vintage of The Irishman Vintage Cask, a rare cask strength Irish...
A Taste of Ireland comes to Roe & Co Distillery
This St. Patrick’s Day A Taste of Ireland comes to Roe & Co Distillery Roe & Co Distillery is ready to celebrate the return of the St. Patrick’s Day festivities, celebrating all things Irish with a brand-new premium sensory experience tour,...
Growing sales worldwide for super-premium and prestige Irish whiskeys
Irish whiskey industry celebrates St Patrick’s Day by welcoming the growing appetite worldwide for super-premium and prestige Irish whiskeys — IWA says Irish whiskey is an increasingly significant player in the higher-end whiskey market, becoming a real...
Blacks Brewery & Distillery of Kinsale granted planning permission for major expansion
Blacks Brewery & Distillery set for expansion Blacks Brewery & Distillery has been granted planning permission for a new state-of-the-art €8m complex overlooking Kinsale Harbour. This major expansion will create 15 new jobs initially, with more to...
Ahascragh Distillers celebrate St. Patricks’s Day with two new 20 year old single malts
Two New 20 year old Single Malt releases from Ahascragh Distillers Clan Colla Single Malt Irish Whiskey 20 Year Old Amarone Finish Clan Colla Single Malt Irish Whiskey 20 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Finish In 12 months, Ahascragh Distillery has launched 6 whiskeys and an...
Copeland Distillery announces new distribution partnership with Classic Drinks for Republic of Ireland
The Copeland Distillery has today announced that it has secured a new distribution partner to support its growth aims in the Republic of Ireland. The deal with leading distributor Classic Drinks, will see the Donaghadee producer’s full spirit range of gin, rum and...
The Irishman Whiskey supports new podcast series for 80 million Global Irish by historian Turtle Bunbury
Launching its 2022 St Patrick’s Day activities, The Irishman Whiskey is supporting a podcast produced by author and historian, Turtle Bunbury, for the 80 million people of Irish heritage around the world. Turtle Bunbury’s Global Irish is a new series celebrating the...
New Roe & Killahora Curators 0.2 Irish Whiskey
Roe & Co release new Irish whiskey in a new collaboration with Killahora Orchards Press release: Roe & Co’s unrelenting mission to test and experiment in the pursuit of new flavours is celebrated today with the launch of Roe & Killahora Curators...
Egan’s Irish Whiskey adds Conviction to its core range
Conviction Irish whiskey finished in XO Cognac casks No stranger to Cognac finishing, Egan’s Irish Whiskey have added a 10 year old blended Irish whiskey to their portfolio. Press release: Egan’s Irish Whiskey has added a new whiskey to its...
Method and Madness unveil exclusive Irish whiskey trilogy inspired by Japan
Rare Japanese casks meet Midleton’s finest drops mixing tradition with intuition Irish Distillers has unveiled an exclusive collection of Single Pot Still whiskeys, each finished in rare Japanese casks as the Masters and Apprentices behind METHOD AND MADNESS...
Slane Special Edition launched to celebrate 40 years of trailblazing music history
New limited edition whiskey to celebrate 40 years of Rock at Slane Five years after the release of their first triple casked blend, today Slane Irish Whiskey is proud to announce the launch of Slane Special Edition – a must-have spirit for whiskey and...
Teeling Whiskey releases New Wonders of Wood Dublin distilled Single Pot Still
Dublin Pot Still Irish whiskey fully matured in Chinkapin oak Teeling Whiskey announce their first release in the Wonders of Wood (WOW) Series of Single Pot Still, limited edition bottlings. This continues their journey on unique and interesting expressions of...
Finest Irish whiskeys paired with finest Irish food produce
The ‘grain-to-glass meets farm-to-fork’ guide sees Irish whiskey matched with the best of Irish breads, cheeses, charcuterie, seafood, meats and even chocolate for a flavour explosion Oysters, crab, beef tartare, blue cheese and dark chocolate mousse are among...
Teeling Renaissance series comes to an end with 18 year old Calvados finished Single Malt
Teeling launches fifth and final release in Renaissance Single Malt Series The fifth and final release in the award-winning Renaissance Single Malt Series is an 18-Year-Old Single Malt, aged initially in ex-bourbon barrels for over 12 years before being...
Irish Distillers unveil Midleton Very Rare 2022
Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman unveils his second Midleton Very Rare vintage – and the 39th in the series – on ‘Annual Vintage Day’. Irish Distillers has unveiled the eagerly awaited second Midleton Very Rare annual vintage to be released by Master Distiller...
Irish Distillers donates historical letters to the National Gallery of Ireland
Irish Distillers donates historical letters to the National Gallery of Ireland Irish Distillers has marked the donation of a historical file of correspondence between Andrew Jameson and Augustus John, the foremost portrait painter of his day, to the...
Visitor Experience at Teeling Distillery gets an upgrade
Teeling Distillery Visitor Experience gets an upgrade The Teeling Whiskey Distillery in the heart of Dublin’s historic Newmarket has long been a popular visitor attraction, having welcomed over a half million visitors since opening in 2015. As part of...
Connacht Distillery appoint new Head Distiller
Ryan Friesen appointed as Head Distiller at the Connacht Distillery The Connacht Distillery, in Ballina, County Mayo, have today announced Ryan Friesen as Head Distiller. We wish him every success in his new role. Press release The Connacht...
Black Bush Stories is back!
Black Bush Stories returns for 2022 with a virtual whiskey & coffee masterclass Bushmills® Irish Whiskey has announced the highly anticipated return of Black Bush Stories for 2022 with an exciting first collaboration to mark International Irish...
Slane Irish Whiskey proudly appoints Dr. Gearóid Cahill as Slane Distillery’s first Master Distiller
Dr. Gearóid Cahill appointed as Slane Distillery’s first Master Distiller Dr. Gearóid Cahill, Distillery Manager at Slane Irish Whiskey, has been awarded the prestigious Master Distiller qualification from the esteemed Institute of Brewing &...
The Irishman Irish whiskey portfolio gets a revamp
The Irishman whiskey portfolio gets updated branding Last year Walsh Whiskey gave their Writers’ Tears portfolio a makeover with a subtle yet meticulous and elegant rebranding. This time round it’s their Irishman series that gets the attention in a...
Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey to release special collector’s edition to honour the centenary of James Joyce’s Ulysses
Writers’ Tears will stage Programme of Celebrations for the Centenary of Ulysses across 2022 Writers’ Tears has announced its plans to release a special, limited edition, collector’s bottling of its Writers’ Tears – Copper Pot expression to celebrate the...
Teeling Whiskey release second rare 32-year-old Single Malt Irish whiskey
The latest limited release in the award-winning Vintage Reserve Collection Teeling Whiskey has released the latest in its award-winning, limited edition Vintage Reserve Collection – the Teeling 32-Year-Old Irish Single Malt. This is the second 32-Year-Old...
Killowen Distillery release Stone Soup Poitín
New Poitín release from Killowen Distillery For those of us not used to quality Poitín, this is how Killowen thinks it should be. Don’t think of it as a Whiskey, but instead, a small batch premium spirit category that has been legislated into a ghetto...
Issue 12
All the latest news, new releases and developments in Irish whiskey. In-depth reviews, insights from our experts.
New release from Thomond Gate of Limerick
New release from Thomond Gate with a Danish connection Limerick based Thomond gate have announced the release of a unique single cask Single Pot Still Irish whiskey. Hlymrekr Saga is a single cask bottling bottled at cask strength of 60.63% ABV. In a...
New Dunville’s Irish Whiskey 18-year-old Oloroso Sherry single cask release
Dunville’s releases 18 year old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish Dunville’s Irish Whiskey has unveiled the latest release from its Single Cask Series – an 18 Year Old Single Malt with an Oloroso Sherry Cask finish. Cask 991 is the latest offering from The...
Belfast Distillery Company reaches distribution agreement with German distributor Waldemar Behn
Belfast Distillery Company celebrates global reach of McConnell’s Irish Whisky Belfast Distillery Company will be ending this trading year on a high as it continues to build its global distribution footprint for one of Ireland’s oldest whisky brands across...
Echlinville Distillery agree UK distribution partnership with Hi-Spirits
Echlinville Distillery agree UK distribution partnership with Hi-Spirits The Echlinville Distillery (Kircubbin, Co. Down) has announced a new distribution partnership with Hi-Spirits, which will see an increased presence for the distillery’s Dunville’s Irish...
Two new Irish whiskeys from Micil Distillery
Micil Distillery expands its spirits offerings including two new Irish whiskeys Continuing on from an exciting year which saw the laying down of Galway’s first whiskey in over a hundered years and the launch of their Síolta Mhicil Cask Ownership offering, they...
New addition to 2021 Bushmills Causeway Collection
Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveils 27-year-old Bourbon cask finish single malt Bushmills Irish Whiskey today announced the release of its 27-Year-Old Bourbon Cask from its 2021 Causeway Collection, the ground-breaking selection of extremely rare and unique cask...
The Single Malt Shop join Words on Whiskey for Christmas Charity Event to support Focus Ireland
The Single Malt Shop join Irish Whiskey Magazine live podcast Words on Whiskey to support Focus Ireland charity this Christmas As a means to raise some much needed funds for Focus Ireland during the Christmas, The Single Malt Shop will be donating a bottle of...
Irish Distillers announces €13m redevelopment of Distillery Experience and visitor attraction in Midleton
Irish Distillers announces €13m redevelopment of Distillery Experience and visitor attraction in Midleton The ambitious redevelopment plan will deliver new whiskey tours and experiences as well as new shopping, bar, café and restaurant facilities Once completed,...
J.J. Corry Irish Whiskey launches ‘The Cyber Monday’ 20-year-old Single Malt
J.J. Corry Irish Whiskey launches ‘The Cyber Monday’ 20-year-old Single Malt whiskey with whiskey bonding game J.J. Corry have announced the release of ‘The Cyber Monday’, an online only exclusive with retailer Irishmalts, for ‘Cyber Monday’. The...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey Single Malts get a facelift
Bushmills Irish Whiskey Single Malts get new bottling and packaging Bushmills Irish Whiskey has unveiled a new bottle and pack for its iconic single malts. The range includes 10, 16, and 21 Year Old references which are now available across the island of...
New Irish whiskey releases from Ahascragh Distillers
Two new Irish whiskey releases from Ahascragh Distillers Press release Ahascragh Distillers are delighted to announce new releases in their Family Bond series. 2021 has been an incredibly busy year for the company with construction commencing on the new...
First single malt Irish whiskey from Ballykeefe Distillery
Ballykeefe Distillery unveil their first single malt releases Press release Single Farm, Single Estate, Single Cask and eco-friendly, Ballykeefe Distillery has it all and now for the first time in 200 years, Kilkenny has its first Single Malt Irish Whiskey....
Titanic distillery plans given green light
Titanic Distillers plans approved to convert Pump-House into distillery and tourism centre Plans have been approved for the conversion of the historic Titanic Pump-House in Belfast into a new whiskey distillery and world class tourist attraction. A listed...
New Midleton Very Rare Dair Ghaelach – Kylebeg Wood
Fourth Chapter in the Midleton Very Rare Dair Ghaelach Story Kylebeg Wood Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Irish Distillers introduces the fourth release in the Midleton Very Rare Dair Ghaelach collection, a remarkable addition that can arguably boast the...
Waterford Micro Cuvée: Hearth
Waterford Micro Cuvée: Hearth New Limited release from Waterford Distillery Press release: We enjoy a playful, seasonal whisky. Something a little more frivolrous, allowing us to use our Single Farm Origin building blocks in different, entertaining ways that...
Rademon Distillery inaugural Shortcross Irish Whiskey release
Award winning Shortcross Irish Whiskey from Rademon Estate Distillery Having won the best ‘New Irish Whiskey’ at the Irish Whiskey Awards 2021, this unique limited edition single malt Irish whiskey release is now available to the public. The...
Flying Tumbler announce three new releases
New releases from Flying Tumbler Independent Irish whiskey bottler Flying Tumbler Whiskey unveil three new releases. Based in Co. Carlow, Flying Tumbler source whiskey spirit to their specification and then mature, blend and bottle everything themselves in bond...
Irish whiskey industry reunites for Irish Whiskey Awards 2021
Irish Whiskey Awards 2021 Emerging and established Irish whiskey producers and patrons were honoured this evening at the 2021 Irish Whiskey Awards which took place at the Powerscourt Distillery in Co. Wicklow. The evening commenced with a tour of the distillery...
Redbreast Irish whiskey launches ‘Robin Redbreast Day’ with acclaimed Irish actor Chris O’Dowd
Redbreast Irish whiskey launches ‘Robin Redbreast Day’ with acclaimed Irish actor Chris O’Dowd In a global initiative to help keep common birds common the inaugural Robin Redbreast Day of awareness kicks off with a humorous video featuring Chris O’Dowd,...
Amber Beverage Group expands into high-growth Irish whiskey sector with Walsh Whiskey acquisition
Amber Beverage Group acquires Walsh Whiskey The global producer and distributor of alcoholic beverages, Amber Beverage Group (ABG), has announced that it has acquired the Irish Whiskey company, Walsh Whiskey, for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition takes effect...
Teeling Whiskey Releases New 30 Year Old Bottling of the World’s Best Single Malt
New 30 year old single malt release from Teeling Whiskey The new releases keeping coming. This special one from Teeling warrants some attention. Press Release Teeling Whiskey has released the latest follow-on bottling from its hugely successful 24-Year-Old and...
New Galway distillery announces second investment round
Ahascragh Distillery announce second investment round Shares open to wider public on smaller levels – from €115 EIIS Qualifying Investment First Rounds successful with €3.3m raised Second round funding target is to raise a minimum of €1.5m via public...
Jameson marks end of 2021 with a very special limited release
New Limited Edition Jameson 21 year old Jameson is signing off 2021 in style with the introduction of an exceptional limited-edition release to the world’s favourite Irish whiskey range. 2,301 bottles of Jameson 21 Years will be available for whiskey...
Athrú Whiskey launches first Limited Edition Small Batch Release
Athrú Whiskey has launched its first small batch release, a triple-casked malt Irish whiskey. This inaugural small batch release highlights a blend of three unique casks of six-year old Oloroso, six year-old Bourbon and 17-year old Madeira finishes. Limited to just...
Irish Whiskey Association launches upskilling to enhance the Irish whiskey experience for those in hospitality
New upskilling initiative aims to enhance the Irish whiskey experience on offer in Irish hospitality settings 118 staff from Irish pubs, hotels and off-licences engage in new Irish whiskey course Irish whiskey industry funding staff upskilling to support...
May Lóag Spirits launches with range of Irish whiskeys
New entrant to Irish whiskey, May Lóag Spirits, unveils new releases Press Release Inspired by the rolling drumlins of the ancient Kingdom of Oriel, May-Lóag takes its name from the Irish colloquial phrase meaning, ‘the one that stands out from the crowd’....
Clonakilty Distillery launch new Galley Head Irish whiskey
Clonakilty Distillery launch new Galley Head expression as Irish whiskey sales expected to surge again for 2022 Thursday October 28th will mark a big day for Whiskey enthusiasts all across Ireland as Clonakilty Distillery launch their brand-new Single Malt...
Roe & Co launches Cask Strength 2021 Edition
Roe & Co launch Cask Strength 2021 Edition, a 13-year-old single grain Irish whiskey Roe & Co Irish Whiskey announced the launch of their latest innovation, Roe & Co Cask Strength 2021 Edition. The latest release from the team at Roe & Co, this...
Midleton Silent Distillery Chapter Two available on Celtic Whiskey Auction’s October Auction
Waterford Whiskey launch their first online exclusive bottling – the Single Farm Origin: Ballyroe Edition 1.1
J.J. Corry goes direct to consumer in the United States
J.J. Corry launch online direct to consumer store in the United States J.J. Corry Ireland’s first modern Whiskey Bonder has announced the launch of an online direct to consumer (DTC) store in the U.S.A. in partnership with leading 3 tier compliant e-commerce...
New Jameson Irish whiskey release – Jameson Black Barrel Proof
New Jameson Black Barrel – Jameson Black Barrel Proof Jameson is launching a 50% ABV limited edition of its triple-distilled Black Barrel whiskey. Jameson Black Barrel Proof is made from pot still and grain whiskey matured in a combination of...
A First for Irish Whiskey – Writers’ Tears Icewine Cask Finish
A unique expression of Writers’ Tears born out of collaboration with Inniskillin Winery in Niagara, Ontario, Canada. Walsh Whiskey, producers of Writers’ Tears and The Irishman super-premium whiskeys, have unveiled a first for Irish whiskey with the...
Irish Whiskey Association submits new Technical File
The Irish Whiskey Association has submitted a series of amendments to the Irish Whiskey Technical File After considerable discussion and collaboration between members of the Irish Whiskey Association, the Technical Committee has submitted a new Technical File...
Dunville’s and James J. Fox release 20 Year Old Palo Cortado Sherry Cask Finish Single Malt
Echlinville Distillery and James J. Fox collaborate to release the latest in the Dunville’s single casks bottling series. James J. Fox Dublin, who are celebrating 140 years of trading in 119 Grafton Street and five generations of family ownership, have...
Dingle releases Single Malt Batch 6 – last in the series
Final whiskey in the Single Malt Batch Series – Dingle Single Malt Batch 6 Dingle Distillery has today launched its highly anticipated sixth and final release of its Single Malt Batch series – Dingle Single Malt Batch 6. Some 15,000 bottles of the liquid have...
Teeling Whiskey unveils fourth bottling in Renaissance Single Malt Series
Teeling launches fourth in Renaissance Single Malt Series A release limited to 9,000 bottles, this latest in the award-winning series is an 18-Year-Old Single Malt, aged initially in ex-bourbon barrels for over 16 years before being finished in high quality...
Waterford Distillery Launches Luna 1.1 – World’s First Biodynamic Whisky
Waterford Whiskey launch their first online exclusive bottling – the Single Farm Origin: Ballyroe Edition 1.1
Lambay Whiskey release cask strength single malt cask no. 2545
Lambay Irish Whiskey Company release new cask strength single malt Lambay Irish Whiskey have announced the release of Single Cask Strength -Single Malt- Cask 2545 this Autumn to their growing whiskey fanbase. Following on from the Spring release this year of...
Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveils 2021 Causeway Collection
Bushmills unveils 2021 releases of their highly acclaimed Causeway Collection It is almost a year has passed since Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveiled The Causeway Collection to an unsuspecting but highly enthusiastic and receptive world. You can read about that...
New Redbreast Iberian Series gets the PX
New Redbreast Iberian series celebrates their long-standing connection to some of the Iberian peninsula’s most celebrated cooperages and winemakers.
Powerscourt Distillery unveils the second in the series of the “Five Elements” Irish whiskey
A very special Limited Edition, Fercullen 20-Year-Old Single Malt showcasing the blending expertise of Master Distiller Noel Sweeney The eagerly anticipated new addition to the Five Elements series is a limited edition 20-year-old single malt Fercullen from...
Walsh Whiskey complete the missing link, Writers’ Tears – Single Pot Still
22 years waiting, and it’s here! Writers’ Tears – Single Pot Still Walsh Whiskey co-founder, Bernard Walsh today revealed the latest milestone in his quest to produce the perfect taoscán [tay-scawn]/drop of whiskey. The missing link in Walsh Whiskey’s...
Tullamore D.E.W. Honey- Irish whiskey with a sweet twist
Tullamore D.E.W. Honey – Irish whiskey with a sweet twist We haven’t heard from Tullamore D.E.W. for a while but we can be sure they have not been idle. This new release offers something different. Not yet available in Ireland but is launching in...
Micil cask offering – Galway whiskey history in the making
A rare opportunity to own a cask of Irish whiskey history from Micil Distillery Galway’s first only operational whiskey distillery, Micil Distillery has announced their Síolta Mhicil cask offering. Members of the public will have the opportunity to purchase one...
Method and Madness Rye and Malt Irish whiskey – first whiskey distilled at the Midleton micro distillery
Irish Distillers eagerly awaited first whiskey distilled at the micro distillery Irish Distillers is continuing to push the boundaries of Irish whiskey with the launch of METHOD AND MADNESS Rye and Malt – the first aged experimental distillate created at the...
Teeling release 13 year old single grain Irish whiskey
Teeling Whiskey has released the latest in their award-winning Single Grain range with our new Teeling 13-Year-Old Irish Single Grain. The 13-Year-Old release consists of triple distilled Irish whiskey distilled predominantly from maize, initially matured for 9 years...
Kentucky Bourbon Barrel opens Irish operation – a potential game changer for Irish whiskey producers
Kentucky Bourbon Barrel opens Irish operation Kentucky Bourbon Barrel, a subsidiary of Independent Stave Company, is expanding operations with the opening of a cooperage facility in Ireland. The company will begin doing business in Newbridge, County Kildare,...
Irish Distillers launches Virtual Irish Whiskey Academy at Midleton Distillery
Irish Distillers launches Virtual Irish Whiskey Academy at Midleton Distillery Learn about the unique craft that goes into making some of the world’s favourite whiskey expressions from International Whiskey Ambassador, Tommy Byrne. Participants will receive a...
Roe & Co reimagines Irish whiskey with the launch of Japanese Sugi
Roe & Co unveils Irish whiskey born out of technical experimentation with the launch of Roe & Co Japanese Sugi
More celebrations for Mayo as Connacht Distillery produce first Irish whiskey in 150 years
County Mayo gets its first Irish whiskey for 150 years as Connacht Distillery release their inaugural Single Malt Batch 1
New Dubliner Whiskey finished in ‘Old Fashioned’ Beer Casks from Rascals Brewing
Dubliner Irish Whiskey is a limited-edition collaboration with their Dublin 8 friends and co-conspirators, Rascal’s Brewing Co.
New Irish whiskey passport
IrishWhiskey360°, the tourism initiative of the Irish Whiskey Association, has launched a new Irish Whiskey Passport
New Jameson Orange – Jameson Irish whiskey with natural zesty orange flavour
Jameson Orange – a new expression combining triple-distilled Jameson Irish Whiskey with natural zesty orange flavour
Powerscourt Distillery introduces first release in their new ‘Estate Series’
Powerscourt Distillery introduces a new three part series, the ‘Estate Series’. The first issue in the series is the ‘Mill House’, a single grain Irish whiskey finished in Amarone wine casks.
Kinahan’s Irish whiskey releases an augmented reality 3D model NFT
The Kinahan’s branded 3D Formula Racing Car sold to NFT collector for staggering $4800 following Lewis Hamilton’s British Grand Prix win.
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey releases exclusive single cask for Belfast Whiskey Week
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey is celebrating Belfast Whiskey Week with the launch of a special festival bottling of its iconic PX Cask Strength Whiskey
Boann Distillery’s vintage mashbills to be showcased at Belfast Whiskey Week
Boann Distillery’s and Fionnán O’Connors research leads to vintage mashbills to be showcased at Belfast Whiskey Week
Roe & Co Distillery release final phase of D-8TE restaurant bookings
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey is celebrating Belfast Whiskey Week with the launch of a special festival bottling of its iconic PX Cask Strength Whiskey
Waterford Whiskey online exclusive bottling – Single Farm Origin: Ballyroe Edition 1.1
Waterford Whiskey launch their first online exclusive bottling – the Single Farm Origin: Ballyroe Edition 1.1
Irish Whiskey Association campaign – Discover Ireland’s Whiskey Distilleries
Irish Whiskey Association launch new campaign encouraging staycationers to Discover Ireland’s Whiskey Distilleries
Teeling Whiskey release rare 32-Year-Old single malt Irish whiskey
Teeling Whiskey announce the release of 32-year-old single malt Irish whiskey to their award winning Vintage Reserve Collection
Congratulations to Cal Byrne – First Irish Bartender to reach final round at Diageo World Class Bartender of the Year competition
Cal Byrne becomes the first Irish Bartender to reach final round at Diageo World Class Bartender of the Year competition
McAllister Irish Spirits launch their first Irish whiskey and gin brands
McAllister Irish Spirits launch their Clan Colla brand of Irish whiskeys, a 19yo Single malt and an 11yo blend and also first gin, Xin Gin.
Origin Spirits announces latest release – Currach Single Malt Irish Whiskey – Atlantic Wakame Seaweed Cask
Origin Spirits announce their latest release, Currach Single Malt Irish Whiskey – Atlantic Wakame Seaweed Cask
Irish Distillers welcomes Knappogue Castle and Clontarf Irish whiskeys to the family
Irish Distillers broaden their portfolio with takeover of Castle Brands Irish whiskeys including Knappogues Castle and Clontarf Irish Whiskey
Have you ancestral links to Jameson Irish Whiskey?
The Irish and UK Trade Ministers today officially launched the Irish Whiskey Association’s inaugural Irish Whiskey Global report
Irish Whiskey Association publish inaugural Irish Whiskey Global report
The Irish and UK Trade Ministers today officially launched the Irish Whiskey Association’s inaugural Irish Whiskey Global report
Matt D’Arcy Old Irish Whiskey joins Echlinville Distillery portfolio
The Newry based Matt D’Arcy whiskey brand is now part of the Echlinville Distillery portfolio of Irish whiskey
Walsh Whiskey release The Irishman – Peated Red Ale Cask Finish
A new limited edition Irish whiskey release from Walsh Whiskey – The Irishman – Peated Red Ale Cask Finish
Darryl McNally to lead the Irish Whiskey Revival with return of Limavady
Ireland’s Master Distiller, Darryl McNally, goes Indie for the Whiskey Comeback of the Century with Limavady Irish Whiskey
A Perfect Blend – A new four-part podcast series from Irish Distillers
A Perfect Blend – A new four-part podcast series from Irish Distillers focuses on collaboration with world leaders in their field
Whiskey Live Dublin is back!
After an absence of two years it is great to confirm that Whiskey Live Dublin will be back in March 2022 in a new venue.
Teeling Irish whiskey sixth birthday release
Teeling Distillery has just turned 6 years old and to celebrate their journey so far they have launched a limited edition Birthday Batch bottling
Barrel Club Midleton Distillery launched today
A new and exclusive whiskey membership club that showcases the whiskeys and people from Midleton Distillery,
Release of 2021 Vintage – Writers’ Tears Cask Strength Whiskey
Walsh Whiskey announce the 11th Release of Writers’ Tears Cask Strength whiskey which is limited to 6,000 bottles worldwide
Listoke Distillery offering chance to win 5% of their business
Listoke Distillery raffle 5% of their family business in a bid to bring their Irish Gin and Whiskey to International Markets Ever dreamt of being at the helm of a groundbreaking Irish distillery? In an industry first, one Irish distillery located in the...
Movies & Whiskey: Writers’ Tears film partnership to honour James Joyce’s Ulysses
Writers’ Tears whiskey to support Left Bank an international, hybrid documentary film about Four Remarkable Women who made the first publication of Ulysses possible in 1922.
Church of Oak, a new Irish multi-grain distillery are looking for a Head Distiller
Church of Oak, a new Irish multi-grain distillery are looking for a Head Distiller The distillery at Ballykelly Mills, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare are seeking an ambitious and suitably qualified ‘Head Distiller’ as they commission their new distillery in the coming...
The Single Malt Shop goes live with exclusive Redbreast 22 Year Old Single Cask
The Single Malt Shop goes live with the launch of an exclusive Redbreast 22 year old all sherry single cask
Echlinville Distillery releases Old Comber Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Echlinville Distillery revives historic Old Comber Irish Pot Still Whiskey This new release from Echlinville Distillery is a blended pot still Irish whiskey bottled at 46% ABV, retailing at £45. The initial release is less that 1,000 bottles. Press Release from...
Roe & Co Distillery launch D-8TE – a world food festival
Roe & Co. launch D-8TE as they open up their grounds again to support local businesses to create a summer food festival.
Lough Gill Distillery raise €15m financing
Lough Gill Distillery has agreed new debt financing with PNC Bank for €15m, mainly to ramp up production and the laying down of Athrú whiskey.
Waterford Distillery announces partnership with artist Leah Hewson
Waterford Distillery announces partnership with artist Leah Hewson for the launch of upcoming release Leading Irish visual artist, Leah Hewson, has released her latest work, but you won’t find it in a gallery or exhibition. Partnering with Waterford Distillery, Hewson...
Midleton Craft Collection Whiskey Store to open in Brown Thomas
Something very rare is coming to Brown Thomas this summer The Midleton Craft Collection Whiskey Store officially opens in Brown Thomas Dublin on June 3rd. Whiskey connoisseurs and collectors, prepare to be enchanted as Dublin’s premiere department store unveils the...
Bob Dylan’s Heaven’s Door Whiskey and Redbreast Irish Whiskey Announce First Ever Collaboration
Bob Dylan’s Heaven’s Door Whiskey and Redbreast Irish Whiskey Announce First Ever Collaboration – The Master Blenders’ Edition A Tribute to American and Irish Artistry Knock, Knock! In a first Bob Dylan’s Heaven’s Door Whiskey and Redbreast Irish...
Walsh Whiskey Releases the 2021/13th Edition of The Irishman Vintage Cask
Walsh Whiskey, has released the 2021 vintage of The Irishman Vintage Cask, a rare cask strength Irish whiskey expression. This year’s vintage is limited to 3,000 bottles worldwide, with 750 bottles (25.4 U.S. Fl. Oz./ 750 ml) assigned to the United States and 2,250...
Black Irish appoints new Irish distributor
Black Irish Appoints Dalcassian Wines & Spirits as Irish Distributor Black Irish, will be distributed in Ireland by the country’s leading premium spirits distributor, Dalcassian Wines & Spirits. The exclusive deal will see the immediate expansion and rollout...
Copeland Distillery launch Merchants’ Quay Whiskey
The Copeland Distillery has today announced the launch of its first whiskey product, a blended whiskey called Merchant’s Quay. Its release marks the Distillery’s entry to a third spirits category having introduced a rum range in November 2020 amid the pandemic which...
Issue 11
All the latest news, new releases and developments in Irish whiskey. In-depth reviews, insights from our experts.
Investing in an Irish Whiskey Cask Program
Tastings – Issue 11 – Two Stacks Smoke and Mirrors
Two Stacks Smoke and Mirrors Two Stacks Smoke and Mirrors is a peated stout cask Single Malt of 10% double malt and 30% triple peated malt, both matured in ex-bourbon casks, 60% triple distilled malt aged in ex-bourbon and ex-imperial stout casks. Uniquely this batch...
Tastings – Issue 11 – Red Silkie Cask Strength
Red Silkie Cask Strength From the people at Sliabh Liag Distillers in Carrick, County Donegal, Red Silkie plays homage to a real-life legend, one of the last Chieftains of Donegal, Red HughO’Donnell. This limited edition cask strength blend was limited to just 210...
Tastings – Issue 11 – Hyde No.10 Single Cask Banyuls Finish
Hyde No.10 Single Cask Banyuls Finish Hyde NO.10 Single Cask is a single cask Single Malt Irish whiskey finished in a 225L Banyuls Grand Cru (a French dessert wine using red grapes from Côte Vermeille in the Pyrénées-Orientales region) cask. Only 60 bottles were...
Tastings – Issue 11 – Ardfallen
Ardfallen A triple distilled blended Irish whiskey produced by West Cork Distillers and retailing exclusively in Aldi Ireland stores nationwide. The malt fraction is both first fill Bourbon and Bodega sherry cask matured malt. Bottled at 40% ABV and retailing at...
Tastings – Issue 11 – Grace O’Malley Dark Char Cask Blend
Grace O’Malley Dark Char Cask Blend Grace O’Malley Dark Char Cask Blend is a premium blend combining multiple batches of whiskey of varying age statements up to ten years. There is a high content of double distilled (40%) and triple distilled (6%) malt. Finished in...
Tastings – Issue 11 – Dick Mack’s Dingle Single Malt Marsala Finish
Dick Mack’s Dingle Single Malt Marsala finish Dick Mack’s Dingle Single Malt Marsala Finish is the first of future Dick Mack’s bottlings and is the only Dingle whiskey to have been aged in a Marsala cask. This 7 year old has been matured for 4 ½ years in a Bourbon...
Tastings – Issue 11 – Teeling Irish Oak Finish
Teeling Irish Oak Finish Released as a special distillery exclusive bottling for St. Patrick’s Day this bottling showcases the impact Irish virgin oak has on their Small Batch blended whiskey. Non-chill filtered and bottled at 46% ABV, this release is available from...
Tastings – Issue 11 – The Dubliner Irish Whiskey
The Dubliner Irish Whiskey Released by Dublin Liberties Distillery and sporting a brand new look, this blended 3 year old Irish whiskey is matured exclusively in Bourbon casks. Bottled at 40% ABV and retailing at €30. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose Spirity and young. Fresh...
Tastings – Issue 11 – The Station 3yr old Peated Single Malt
The Station 3 year old Peated Single Malt The Station 3yr old was released by Lough Ree distillery, this is a tribute to 62 years of power generation at the station in Lanesborough and the people who worked there. A sourced Single Malt peated whiskey from the Great...
Tastings – Issue 11 – Midleton Very Rare 2021
Midleton Very Rare 2021 Midleton Very Rare 2021 is this years iconic and highly sought after release in the Midleton Very Rare range and is the first from newly appointed Master Distiller, Kevin O’Gorman. Individually numbered and signed this release is bottled at 40%...
Tastings – Issue 11 – Blue Spot
Blue Spot Blue Spot has been released after an absence of 56 years, Irish Distillers have joined forces with the Mitchell family to reintroduce the Blue Spot Single Pot Still back into the Spot range of whiskeys. Matured for a minimum of 7 years this cask strength...
Tastings – Issue 11 – Redbreast 10
Redbreast 10 Redbreast 10 was released to celebrate the thirty years since the revival of the Redbreast brand, Irish Distillers released this limited edition 10 year old single pot still. Bottled at cask strength of 59.1% ABV and retailing at €100, Redbreast 10 was...
Tastings – Issue 11 – McConnell’s 5yr old blend
McConnell’s 5 year old Blend McConnell’s 5yr old blend is a resurrected brand from the Belfast Distillery Company who recently secured planning permission for a distillery in Belfast. This 5 year old blend is bottled at 40% ABV and retails for about €38. Omar Fitzell...
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Teeling Distillery 6th Birthday Cocktail Class
Celebrate Teeling Distillery’s 6th Birthday Join Teeling on June 12th for a live cocktail masterclass as they celebrate their distillery’s 6th Birthday. Only limited spaces are available for this Birthday Bash hosted by none other than their very own...
Great ways to celebrate World Whiskey Day 2021
Series of events taking place this weekend to celebrate World Whiskey Day 2021 The Irish whiskey industry in association with Drinks Ireland|Irish Whiskey chose some great ways to celebrate World Whiskey Day 2021. They are encouraging whiskey lovers to craft...
Redbreast Dream Cask 2021 is Unveiled
Annual Redbreast Dream Cask Release is Unveiled to Celebrate World Whisky Day Redbreast Irish Whiskey, produced by Irish Distillers at Midleton Distillery in Co. Cork, has announced the release of Redbreast Dream Cask 2021 to mark World Whisky Day....
Lough Ree Distillery launch The Bridge
Lough Ree Distillery launch The Bridge – St Mel’s No 1 Single Malt Irish Whiskey. Lough Ree Distillery bring their latest limited edition whiskey release to the market. This one has been a long time in the works and is the result of a collaboration with...
Three amazing cocktails for World Whiskey Day
Raise a glass at home this weekend and celebrate with these three delicious Irish whiskey-based cocktails Calling all whiskey lovers! This Saturday (15th May) marks World Whiskey Day and what better way to celebrate this special spirit than with three delicious...
Dingle Distillery launches first core whiskey expression
Dingle Distillery launches first core whiskey expression, Dingle Single Malt, a milestone in the distillery’s history and a huge step forward in its growth journey. In doing so it becomes one of few Irish distilleries to produce a core single malt product made...
Blacks Distillery release 18-year-old Irish Rum cask finish
Blacks Distillery release Blacks 18-year-old Single Malt – Irish Rum Cask Finish, the world’s first-ever Irish whiskey finished in an Irish Rum cask. Blacks found a limited amount of aged Single Malt Whiskey we knew would match up to the characteristics of...
Celebrate World Whiskey Day with an Irish Whiskey Cocktail
Celebrate World Whiskey Day with an Irish Whiskey Cocktail To celebrate World Whiskey Day, May 15th, Drinks Ireland|Irish Whiskey is encouraging consumers to mix it up at home by crafting their own Irish whiskey cocktail. Ahead of World Whiskey Day, William Lavelle,...
Micil Distillery
Micil Distillery Micil Distillery is situated in Co. Galway. Their Story Micil Distillery is Galway’s first distillery to open its doors in over 100 years. It’s headed up by Pádraic Ó Griallais, a 6th generation distiller passionately continuing a 170 year old family...
Export success for Matt D’Arcy Whiskey
Export success for Matt D’Arcy Whiskey The revival of an old Newry whiskey brand, Matt D’Arcy, has received a significant boost as the firm has secured its first export orders in over a century. The initial distribution deals see the premium whiskey...
Echlinville Distillery and The Palace Bar unveil 20 yr old Irish whiskey
Echlinville Distillery and The Palace Bar have collaborated for 20-year-old single malt cask strength release Echlinville Distillery and The Palace Bar announced last night at an online event, the release of the Dunville’s Green series. This marks the first in a...
Athrú Whiskey launches new Cask Program
Athrú Whiskey today launches its Premium Cask Reserve Program as part of its journey to create a world-class single malt Irish whiskey The Cask Reserve Program offers a unique opportunity to participate in the Athrú whiskey brand and to become part of the unique...
Release of The Liberator Storehouse Special
The Liberator Storehouse Special has been released by Wayward Irish Spirits, a Cask Strength version of their popular blended Whiskey, The Liberator Small Batch – Double Port Wayward Irish Spirits Founder, Maurice O’Connell explains: “Our Storehouse Specials are...
Lambay Whiskey release cask no. 4613
Lambay Irish Whiskey Company release New Cask Strength Lambay Irish Whiskey is proud to announce the release of their fourth Single Cask Strength – Single Malt- Cask 4613 this Spring to their growing whiskey fanbase. Lambay Single Malt is a triple distilled malt...
Kilbeggan releases peated Black Irish Whiskey
Kilbeggan releases peated Black Irish Whiskey which is an innovative, premium expression from Ireland’s oldest continuously licensed distillery refined with peated Malt for an elevated taste. Beam Suntory’s Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey celebrates the launch of Kilbeggan...
A Last Chat with Jim McEwan – to support Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance
Come and help us raise a toast to Jim McEwan before he takes a step back from public life. An evening of Film, stories and conversation which will take you on a journey through the life and whiskies of Jim McEwan for one final event to support Scotland’s Charity Air...
American Oak Cask Finish added to Bushmills Original Cask Finish range
Following on from the Caribbean Rum Cask Finish release of April 15th, Bushmills add The American Oak Cask Finish Single Malt to the Original Cask Finish Range. The range sees Master Blender, Helen Mulholland work with unique hand-selected barrels from around the...
Chapter Two in Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection
Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery Chapter Two There are only a handful of distilleries in the world that have the ability and stock to produce something at this level. Again Midleton have demonstrated that they can compete at the Ultra luxury end of the market....
Killowen Latest Release – Signature Rum & Raisin
Killowen Latest Release – Signature Rum & Raisin is a vatting of single malts from Dark Rum & PX sherry casks – 5-year-old, Single Malt, 55% Killowen Dark Rum offers notes of rich molasses and tropical fruits whereas the rich PX sherry casks...
Discover Irish Whiskey podcast – What makes Irish whiskey unique?
First episode in the exciting new #DiscoverIrishWhiskey podcast series will lead thought provoking debates with leading blenders of Irish whiskey.
New #DiscoverIrishWhiskey series launches
New podcast series #DiscoverIrishWhiskey in collaboration with Drinks Ireland|Irish Whiskey Association will lead thought provoking debates with leading figures of Irish whiskey.
Irish Whiskey Awards 2021
Entries are now being accepted for Irish Whiskey Awards 2021 The 2021 Irish Whiskey Awards will take place at the Powerscourt Distillery, Co. Wicklow on Thursday 14th October. Entries are now being accepted for this year’s Irish Whiskey Awards, which will take...
New Jameson Crested X Eight Degrees Brewing Collaboration
Irish Distillers has joined forces with Eight Degrees Brewing to create a second experimental limited edition of the beloved Jameson Crested X. Launching this month, Jameson Crested X Finished in Devil’s Ladder Belgian Tripel Barrels is the next step in an exciting...
Killarney Brewing Company release stout edition
Killarney Brewing & Distilling Company launch a premium collaboration of Killarney Irish Whiskey and Imperial Stout Killarney Brewing Company, which has been producing great tasting, quality beers since 2015, has unveiled the next chapter in its evolution with the...
Irish Whiskey App released for Android
Following on from the hugely successful launch of the Irish Whiskey App for iPhone on 17th March, Barrel Proof Ltd. are delighted to announce the Android release of the first-ever mobile app dedicated entirely to the world of Irish whiskey. Developed by a small group...
Bushmills release new Caribbean Rum Cask Finish
Bushmills Irish Whiskey has announced the release of the Caribbean Rum Cask Finish, the first in a series of exciting and innovative whiskeys from the new Bushmills Original Cask Finish range.
Canada lowers levies on Irish whiskey imports
Drinks Ireland|Irish Whiskey, the representative body for the Irish whiskey industry, has welcomed the news that the Liquor Control Board of Ontario will reduce levies on Irish whiskey imports by 42 per cent, while another Canadian province – Québec – is due to reduce...
McAllister Distillery launches Founders Cask Programme
As construction on their new whiskey and gin craft distillery nears completion, McAllister Distillery launch their Founders Cask Programme.
Irish Whiskey Draws in aid of My Name’5 Doddie Foundation
Irish Whiskey Draws are putting up a bottle of 27-year-old Redbreast as the prize in aid of My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. This Foundation was set up by former Scottish International Rugby player Doddie Weir OBE. In June 2017 Doddie revealed he too was suffering from...
Dubliner Irish Whiskey launches new look
Distilled in the heart of the Liberties district of Dublin, the award-winning Dubliner Irish Whiskey is not changing what is inside the bottle. The new logo and bottle design forgo traditional packaging in favour of an updated contemporary look and feel. Created by an...
Method & Madness release Mulberry wood edition
Irish Distillers has unveiled a new Method & Madness single pot still Irish whiskey finished in virgin Mulberry Wood.
New Irish Whiskey Course launched
Exploring the world of Irish whiskey across 8 modules, this online whiskey course will boost your appreciation of all things uisce beatha.
Belfast Distillery Company receives go ahead for new distillery
Belfast City Council has granted planning permission to the Belfast Distillery Company to build a £15m distillery at Crumlin Road Gaol.
Connacht Whiskey Company appoints Bevella as Irish distributor
The Connacht Whiskey Company (CWC) is delighted to announce that it has appointed Bevella as its sole distributor in Ireland.
Walsh Whiskey appoint Berry Bros. & Rudd as UK distributors
Leading Irish Whiskey producer, Walsh Whiskey appoints Berry Bros. & Rudd Brands as it’s Exclusive Distributor in the United Kingdom.
New Dunville’s 1808 Irish whiskey
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey is expanding its core range with the release of Dunville’s 1808 which is a blend of malt, grain & pot still whiskey.
Ballykeefe Distillery release first pot still Irish whiskey
Ballykeefe Distillery has announced the release of its first Pot Still whiskey. The distillery, which was built in 2016 and began production in 2017, is releasing for sale 350 bottles at Cask Strength and 700 bottles at 46% ABV drawn from seven casks of the premier...
Depth and Diversity of Irish whiskey campaign launched
A new online campaign to showcase the depth and diversity within Irish whiskey has been launched by Drinks Ireland|Irish Whiskey. Content includes a series of videos, online guides and downloadable guides which are available on their website. Drinks Ireland|Irish...
Hi-Spirits Ireland to distribute Echlinville Distillery brands
The Echlinville Distillery (Kircubbin, Co. Down) has announced a new distribution agreement with Hi-Spirits Ireland. The deal will see an increased presence for Echlinville’s premium whiskeys and gins across the Irish market. Echlinville is home to award winning...
Poitín makers Micil distil first Galway whiskey in over 100 years
Micil Distillery has laid down Irish whiskey in Galway for the first time in over 100 years Micil is now adding Irish whiskey to its existing Poitín and gin portfolio. Today they issued the following press release: To celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day, Micil...
Irish Whiskey App to launch on St. Patrick’s Day
Irish whiskey to get it’s first dedicated mobile app A welcome new contribution to the Irish whiskey community is set to be released by Barrel Proof Limited on St. Patrick’s Day. The mobile app is initially set to be released for Apple devices...
Redbreast 10 – celebrating 30 years of the revived Redbreast brand
In celebration of 30 years since the resurrection of the iconic Redbreast brand, Irish Distillers have announced the release of a Limited Edition Pot Still Irish whiskey, Redbreast 10.
Teeling Whiskey releases distillery exclusive to mark St. Patrick’s Day
Teeling Whiskey is releasing a special Distillery Exclusive bottling this St. Patrick’s Day, focusing on the unique impact Irish Virgin Oak has on their Small Batch Teeling Whiskey.
New Irish whiskey release – Grace O’Malley Dark Char Cask
Grace O’Malley Irish Spirits unveils a limited edition, premium release, the award-winning Grace O’Malley Dark Char Cask Irish Whiskey
Irish whiskey industry targets Africa for future sales growth
As part of their Market Insights series, the Irish Whiskey Association will tomorrow host a webinar focusing on an introduction to East African markets
O’Connell Whiskey launches new cask share opportunity
Ina first for Ireland, W.D. O’Connell Whiskey launches a new cask share opportunity enabling enthusiasts to purchase a share of a cask.
New releases from Waterford Distillery
New Single Origin Farm releases from Waterford Distillery. Two for worldwide release and five national exclusives.
Teeling launch third bottling in their Renaissance Single Malt Series
Teeling launch third bottling in their Renaissance Single Malt Series, an 18-Year-Old Single Malt finished in ex-Muscat wine casks.
Boann Distillery recreates long-lost Irish whiskey recipes unearthed by historian Fionnán O’Connor
Collection of long-lost Irish whiskey recipes unearthed by a historian, has been brought back to life the first time in almost a century.
Killowen release limited edition Cuige poitín series
Killowen Distillery launches a limited edition (192 sets only will be released) premium series of poitín made up of five unique bottlings, aptly named Cuige.
Waterford Distillery to launch Terroir-Driven Waterford Whisky Podcast
The Waterford Whisky podcast will be hosted alongside Barry Chandler it will be a deep-dive into into everything about terroir in whisky.
Midleton Very Rare 2021 Irish whiskey unveiled
Master Distiller Kevin O’Gorman becomes the third signatory of the 2021 release of the iconic Midleton Very Rare collection
Waterford Distillery research settles decades of terroir debate!
After many years of contention, academic research conducted by Waterford Distillery, Oregon State University and Teagasc conclude that terroir does influence the flavour of whiskey/whisky.
Two Stacks Irish Whiskey release their first peated single malt
Two Stacks Irish Whiskey, with their modern take on independent bottling, release an unusual peated single malt Irish whiskey.
Jameson Irish whiskey shows resilience, with sales growth of 3% globally
World’s leader in Irish whiskey shows resilience as Irish Distillers have today announced their six month results ending December 31 2020
Blake’s of the Hollow
Blake’s of the Hollow We visited one of Ireland’s landmark Victorian bars and got to chat with owner Pat Blake. Blake’s of the Hollow is one of the locations in Ireland to have of the 10 intricately carved doors, each of which displays a scene from...
Create your own customised single cask whiskey with HYDE Irish Whiskey
HYDE Irish Whiskey launches service to allow trade customers to create their own customisable single cask, Single Malt, Irish whiskey finish
Irish Whiskey Association launches New Markets Insights series for members
Drinks Ireland|Irish Whiskey, is tomorrow launching a series of Market Insights webinars as part of their ‘The Knowledge Still’ programme.
The Water of Life Film & independent bottlers, The Single Cask, announce a unique collaboration
HYDE Irish Whiskey launches service to allow trade customers to create their own customisable single cask, Single Malt, Irish whiskey finish
Walsh Whiskey Awards 3rd Annual Bursary to IT Carlow Brewing & Distilling Student Stephen Foster
Walsh Whiskey Awards 3rd Annual Bursary to Institute of Technology Carlow Brewing & Distilling Student Stephen Foster.
Matt D’Arcy Irish Whiskey toasts £100,000 launch sales
D’Arcy’s Old Irish Whiskey, has enjoyed a spectacular return after a century with launch retail sales topping £100,000 over the Christmas trading period.
National Irish Coffee Day
This Monday 25th January marks Irish Coffee Day 2021 – a celebration of this timeless and classic whiskey warmer that always goes down a treat on a cold evening!
Walsh Whiskey targets growth in Eastern Europe
Walsh Whiskey further strengthen their presence in Eastern Europe with new distributors and a new Commercial Manager for the regions.
The Water of Life – A Whisky Film – Burns Night launch
The Water of Life – A Whisky Film produced by Blacksmith + Jones launches with a unique virtual online celebration of Scotch Whisky
Second in the Wonder of Wood series from Teeling – 15yo single malt finished in Cherry Wood
Teeling Whiskey release the second in the Wonder of Wood series – a 15 year old single malt finished in Cherry wood.
Words on Whiskey – Conor Ryan of Pearse Lyons Distillery
On this weeks Words on Whiskey we’re delighted to be joined by Conor Ryan, Global Spirits Brand Ambassador at Pearse Lyons Distillery.
Whiskey, as a Component in Recipes
Whiskey, as a Component in Recipes Seáneen Sullivan A text popped up on my phone: ‘Do you think we will be back for asparagus season?’ It was from one of the young chefs I work with . He had recent ly graduated to working the pass, having started on the...
Opinions – Russia
Opinions – Russia Alexey Pyatnitskikh More and more people are learning traditional Irish dance. There are many fans of Irish folk music. Weeks of Irish cinema regularly sell out. And every year the number of people participating in the celebration of St....
Teeling Brabazon Single Malt Series concludes with release of 13yo Carcavelos finish
The fourth and final release in the award-winning Brabazon Series from Teeling is a 13yo Single Malt finished in a Carcavelos cask.
Final release in the Killowen Bonded Experimental Series
The seventh and final release in the Bonded Experimental Series from Killowen Distillery, a blended Irish whiskey finished in Hungarian oak
Size matters – for Irish whiskey exporters
Irish whiskey producers exporting to the US can now export 700ml bottles rather than have to create 750ml sized bottles.
Killowen Distillery – Issue 10 Featured Irish whiskey distillery
Join us on our visit to one of Ireland’s smallest distilleries, Killowen Distillery, our featured distillery in Issue 10 of Irish Whiskey Magazine. Founder Brendan Carty gives us a tour and shares his philosophy on Irish whiskey and what he is aiming to achieve.
O’Connell Whiskey launches cask strength 12-year-old single malt Irish whiskey
W.D. O’Connell Whiskey launches a new cask strength release and second release of peated series Bill Phill
Roe & Co. collaborate with Guinness Open Gate Brewery for two new releases
Roe & Co. Irish Whiskey has teamed up with Guinness Open Gate Brewery to release a new whiskey exclusively available at the distillery
Dunville’s 20-year-old Oloroso and PX Sherry casks finish
Echlinville Distillery release oldest expression of Dunville’s with a new limited cask strength bottling from the Single Cask Series.
Bushmills adds oldest expression to the Causeway Collection with a 30yo Single Malt Irish whiskey
Bushmills adds oldest expression to the Causeway Collection with a 30-year-old Single Malt cask strength Irish whiskey
Sliabh Liag Distillers to celebrate two Donegal Legends with their latest release
Sliabh Liag Distillers to celebrate two Donegal Legends with their latest release, the Legendary Red Silkie Irish whiskey
New distillery, Hinch, releases rare exclusive 18-year-old Single Malt Irish whiskey
New distillery, Hinch, which launched this autumn, releases rare exclusive 18-year-old single malt finished in wine casks
Two new limited released from Thomond Gate Whiskey
Independent Limerick bottlers Thomond Gate Whiskey announce two new limited edition Irish whiskey releases for Christmas
Our Cover Story
Wonderful collaboration between Irish Whiskey Magazine and artist Dannielle Simpson to come up with a very special cover for issue 10
Craft Cocktails – An exceptional concoction
Craft Cocktails publication beautifully links the Irish spirit and the wonderful world of cocktails and mixology
Tastings – Issue 10 – Grace O’Malley Rum Cask Finish
Grace O’Malley Rum Cask Finish A blend of double distilled malt (40%) and triple distilled malt (6%) and grain whiskeys finished in rum casks from Jamaica and Barbados. Bottled at 42% ABV and on sale with a RRP of €65. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose Really soft a first, the...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Dark Silkie
Dark Silkie This is a peated blend with at its core a triple distilled peated single malt which ismatured in sherry casks. This single malt is peated to 55ppm (parts per million) which after the triple distillation results in a phenol level around 22ppm. This is...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Lambay Cask Strength
Lambay Cask Strength Part of the single cask programme which is limited to 20 casks worldwide. This is atriple distilled malt whiskey, bourbon cask matured and finished in cognac casks close to Lambay island’s shoreline housed in the Sea Cask Room. All casks expect...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Matt D’arcy’s 17yo Rum Cask
Matt D’arcy’s 17yo Rum Cask A limited release of 343 individually numbered bottles from a single cask. This 17year old single malt is finished in a rum cask and bottled at 46% ABV. RRP €265. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose The rum influence take poll position here along with...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Currach Founders Cask
Currach Founders Cask A single malt Irish whiskey which is the first to be finished in Atlantic kombu seaweed charred casks. The Founders Single Cask of 240 hand-filled and hand numbered bottles are drawn from the very first cask and bottled at cask strength of 60%...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Bill Phil Batch 1
Bill Phil Batch 1 Part of the Peated Series from W.D.O’Connell merchants this is a limited release of 600 bottles. A non-aged statement peated single malt aged exclusively in first-fill ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 47.5% ABV. RRP €65. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose Fresh,...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Dunville’s 18yo Palo Cortado Finish Cask 1203
Dunville’s 18 Year Old Palo Cortado Finish Cask 1203 One of two new 18 year old single malts finished in rare Palo Cortado sherry casks.This one is limited to just 313 individually numbered bottles. Cask 1203 is bottled at55% ABV. RRP €249. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Killowen 10yo Tequila Finish
Killowen 10yo Tequila Finish This the third expression of the Experimental Bonded Series from Killowen Distillery. A sourced 10 year old blended whiskey finished in Mexican Tequila casks. Non-chill filtered and no colouring. Bottled at 55.4% ABV. Only 388 50cl bottles...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Teeling Brabazon 3
Teeling Brabazon 3 This limited edition (10,000 bottles) is a single malt aged for 14 years in a combination of ex-bourbon casks followed by a finishing period of three years in Pedro Ximenez Sherry casks from a family-owned winery in the Jerez region of Spain....
Tastings – Issue 10 – Liberator
Liberator A Wayward Spirits vatting of ex-bourbon cask single malts from two distilleries aged between 4 and 5 years. The younger whiskey was then finished in an ex-tawny port cask for 9 months, then blended, proofed and bottled in the bonded storehouse on the estate....
Tastings – Issue 10 – Writers’ Tears Seaweed IPA Cask Finish
Writers’ Tears Seaweed IPA Cask Finish This single cask limited edition is a Writers’ Tears – Copper Pot, triple-distilled, blend of single pot still and single malt whiskeys and laid down for 14 months to finish in a cask infused with the flavour of an 8% IPA beer...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Velvet Cap
Velvet Cap A 50:50 blend of malt and grain whiskey which are mixed and left to marry in a rotation of ex-rye barrels which were filled with whiskey, then stout. Bottled at 40% ABV and selling at RRP of €39.95. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose Toffee sweetness along with some...
Tastings – Issue 10 – Redbreast 27
Redbreast 27 This 27 year old expression is the latest addition to the Redbreast permanentportfolio. This single pot still gives brings added complexity as it includes whiskeymatured in Ruby Port casks as well as first and second fill bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks....
Tastings – Issue 10 – Spade and Bushel Amarone
Spade and Bushel Amarone A single malt which has firstly been matured in bourbon casks for four years before being finished for a year in Amarone wine casks from the Veneto region of Italy. Limited to 1,400 individually numbered bottles and bottled at 45% ABV. RRP...
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe TD launches Irish whiskey report
Irish Whiskey Association have released a comprehensive report on the contribution of Irish whiskey to the Irish economy over the last decade
Issue 10
All the latest news, new releases and developments in Irish whiskey. In-depth reviews, insights from our experts.
Origin Spirits release second bottling in Currach series
Following their world first release earlier this year, Origin Spirits have launched the second in the Currach single malt Irish whiskey series
D8 Beers charity release
D8 Beers are founded on the idea that good beer, made by good people will bring good to others. Hence D8 Beers charity release.
Save Irish Pubs
Irish publicans encouraged to join legal challenge against insurance companies through new Save Irish Pubs campaign.
Association’s Chairman’s Awards
Outstanding contributions to whiskey industry recognised by Drinks Ireland|Irish Whiskey at biennial awards Chairman’s Awards.
Teeling Whiskey launches Wonders of Wood Amburana Cask
Teeling launch 14-year-old Single Malt finished in Amburana cask as the first in a new series ‘Wonders of Wood’
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey unveils third PX Cask Strength release
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey unveils third PX Cask Strength release. A single malt Irish whiskey bottled at cask strength from a single cask.
Black Bush Stories is back
Black Bush Stories is back with whiskey, hot sauce and cocktail masterclasses in collaboration with Cork-based hot sauce specialists, Rebel Chilli
Killowen Distillery oatmeal imperial stout cask release
Killowen 10 yo Bonded Experimental Series reaches the penultimate release with an oatmeal imperial stout cask release
The Dublin Liberties Distillery unveils Founders cask programme
The Dublin Liberties Distillery unveils Founders cask programme which offers Irish whiskey casks at a very competitive price
Powerscourt Distillery unveils a limited edition, Fercullen 18-year-old single malt of “Five Elements”
Powerscourt Distillery unveils a limited edition, Fercullen 18-year-old single malt Irish whiskey of “Five Elements”
Blue Spot reintroduced to the family
Irish Distillers has once again joined forces with the Mitchell family to unveil its reimagined Blue Spot Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey.
Celtic Whiskey Launches The Irish Drink Shop just in time for Christmas
The Irish Drink Shop delivers the very best of Irish and international drinks along with the unusual and innovative directly to your door
Irish Whiskey Bonder J.J. Corry launches the J.J. Corry Gifting Collection
Seasonal Gifts will be available from J.J. Corry’s new online boutique and in selected stores, the J.J. Corry Gifting Collection
Writers’ Tears Cask Strength 2020 sporting it’s new attire
10th Release of the super-premium Writers’ Tears Cask Strength whiskey is limited to 3,000 bottles worldwide
Glendree Distillery
Glendree Distillery, located on the family farm in East Clare, distilled it’s first spirit on 4th November 2021
The Sexton single malt Irish whiskey releases Bedtime Stories for the Nocturnal
Sexton Irish Whiskey has teamed up with BAFTA nominated and BIMA award-winning Irish comedian Michael Legge to launch a new podcast series, Bedtime Stories for the Nocturnal
Writers’ Tears Irish whiskey gets a refresh
Writers’ Tears from Walsh Whiskey gets a subtle redesign, but the iconic brand (and whiskey) remains intact.
Dingle Distillery release their fourth Single Pot Still Irish whiskey
Dingle Distillery release their fourth Single Pot Still Irish whiskey
James J. Fox Launch Midleton Very Rare 1998 Single Cask Pot Still Irish Whiskey
James J. Fox have collaborated with Irish Distillers to Launch an exclusive Midleton Very Rare 1998 Single Cask Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Roe & Co launch their second installment of the Cask Strength Series
Roe & Co launch their second installment of the Cask Strength Series with a single malt Irish whiskey fully matured in Port casks
Samuel Gelston’s launches Pot Still Irish whiskey finished in Sam Neill’s Pinot Noir casks
A collaboration between cousins Sam and Johnny Neill has leads to Gelston’s Pot Still Irish whiskey finished in Pinot Noir casks.
Craft Cocktails launch new range of premium bottled cocktails
CraftCocktails.ie is a new range, new brand and new website offering premium bottled cocktails for nationwide delivery.
Dingle Distillery launches Descendants cask programme
Dingle Distillery launches Descendants cask programme giving Irish whiskey lovers a rare chance to invest in a cask to call their own.
Walsh Whiskey release Irishman Founder’s Reserve – with a Sherry finish
Walsh Whiskey have announced the release of their latest limited edition of the Irishman Founder’s Reserve Single Malt Irish whiskey
Bushmills Irish Whiskey launch The Causeway Collection
Bushmills launch The Causeway Collection – a selection of premium limited edition cask strength Irish whiskeys
Two Irish whiskey releases from Wayward Irish Spirits
Wayward Irish Spirits have released two new Irish whiskeys – a double Port finish and a small batch cask strength
Crolly Distillery
Crolly Distillery Crolly Distillery is situated in Co Donegal. Their Story Crolly Distillery became the 34th operational distillery in Ireland on 8th October 2020. The distillery is located in the heart of the Donegal Gaeltacht and has been supported by Údarás...
Midleton Very Rare Vintage Release 2020
Irish Distillers has unveiled the eagerly awaited Midleton Very Rare 2020, a unique parting gift from former Master Distiller Brian Nation.
Irish Whiskey Verification and Labelling – The Challenges
The latest verification process is still relatively new and is a positive step in ensuring protection and quality for Irish Whiskey.
The Echlinville Distillery to invest over £9million in expansion scheme
The Echlinville Distillery in Kircubbin is to invest over £9million and create 36 new jobs as it expands its facilities in the Ards Peninsula.
Crolly Distillery becomes 34th operational GI Irish whiskey distillery
Crolly Distillery located in Crolly, County Donegal becomes the 34th operational GI Irish whiskey distillery
Clonakilty Stout Trooper Whiskey Charity Auction
Clonakilty Distillery has announced a Whiskey Charity Auction where they will be auctioning off two bottles of their renowned Imperial Stout Trooper Cask Finish, which was created by once again joining forces with the New England Brewing Company, Connecticut. In...
Ireland’s first certified organic whiskey from Waterford Distillery
Waterford Whisky have today announced the release of Ireland’s first certified organic Irish whiskey of the modern age.
Irish whiskey wins protected status in Belarus giving major boost in fight against fake products
The Irish Whiskey Association has been working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure legal protection for Irish whiskey resulting in 85% of global Irish whiskey sales is now subject to legal protection. Drinks Ireland|Irish Whiskey Association has successfully...
Teeling Whiskey unveils Blackpitts – a Peated Single Malt
Teeling Whiskey unveils Blackpitts, a peated single malt Irish whiskey. Blackpitts is their second Dublin distillery release.
Debut Irish whiskey releases from Sailor’s Home
Limerick-based independent Irish whiskey bottler Sailor’s Home has entered the Irish whiskey market with the release of three expressions. Cian Quilty (Founder and Managing Director) has availed of the expertise of Dr Jack O’Shea to blend the three new...
Roe & Co Distillery offers up its Dublin 8 outdoor cocktail garden to local, independent businesses
Located in the heart of Dublin’s buzzing Liberties district, the Roe & Co Distillery have offered up their home to local Dublin restaurants, no longer in a position to welcome customers through their restaurant doors, under current restrictions. Roe & Co, a...
Third Palo Cortado Sherry cask finish cask strength Irish whiskey release from Dunville’s
A new Irish whiskey release this week is an 18-year-old single malt Irish whiskey finished in Palo Cortado sherry cask Bottled at Cask Strength 54% ABV Limited release of 318 bottles from a single cask RRP of £199. On sale from tomorrow evening. Press release as...
14 year old single malt Irish whiskey Marsala finish release from Connacht Whiskey
An Irish whiskey release from Connacht Whiskey will be a 14-year-old single malt finished in Marsala wine barrels.
New home of the Tullamore D.E.W. visitor experience
William Grant & Sons plans to upgrade its Tullamore D.E.W. visitor experience with the existing visitor centre expected to close
Clonakilty Distillery collaborations with US breweries
Clonakilty Distillery have collaborated with a number of US breweries to create a range of bespoke limited-edition cask finished whiskeys which are predominantly for sale in the American market. This series hits America’s shores from the end of September. However for...
Whisky Bible official statement
Last year Irish Whiskey Magazine acquired sole distribution rights in Ireland to Jim Murray’s Whiskey Bible. Given the revelations over the past few days we have ceased this distribution arrangement and upon learning of the content immediately removed the...
Our favourite Irish whiskey blogs
With so much enthusiasm for Irish whiskey we’ve selected what we feel are the best Irish whiskey blogs. There are bound to be ones that we’ve missed so please do share your thoughts.
Egan’s Irish Whiskey launch limited edition Legacy Reserve III
The third in the Legacy Reserve series from Egan’s has been released. A single malt Irish whiskey aged for 17 years in ex-Bourbon casks and finished in French Cadillac AOC casks. Bottled at 46% ABV and retailing for €170. Limited release of 1,000 bottles....
Hyde No.9 ‘Iberian Cask’ single malt Port cask finish released
It’s been a great few days for Sliabh Liag Distillery, Co. Donegal. In addition to a successful crowdfunding campaign to complete a new distillery, Sliabh Liag also released their first cask strength Irish whis
New release from Lambay Irish Whiskey
Lambay Irish Whiskey Company has today added Lambay Malt Whiskey to their portfolio. Lambay Whiskey’s blended malt Irish whiskey is the fourth in the Lambay Whiskey portfolio. This addition is created with a minimum of three variants of high-quality Irish single malt...
New Drumshanbo visitor experience boosts Irish whiskey tourism
Despite a tough year, Irish whiskey tourism is looking to the future with the opening today of a new visitor experience at The Shed Distillery in Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim. This takes to 20 the number of Irish whiskey distillery visitor experiences on the island of...
Celtic Whiskey Launches First Batch of The Celt
Celtic Whiskey, are delighted to launch the first small batch of ‘The Celt Irish Whiskey’ independently bottled through the Celtic Whiskey Shop. The Celt Irish Whiskey “An Chéad Bhlás” or “First Taste” is a single malt finished in sherry casks from an unspecified...
Jameson collaborate with Eight Degrees Brewing on Crested X
Launching this month, Jameson Crested Finished in Black Ball Metric Stout Barrels is the next step in an exciting collaboration between Irish Distillers and its Co. Cork neighbour, Eight Degrees, who last year celebrated eight years of adventurous craft beer brewing...
Win the Second Bottling of the Teeling Renaissance Single Malt Series
Win the Second Bottling of the Renaissance Single Malt Series from Teeling Whiskey Teeling Whiskey today announced the release of the second bottling in the Renaissance Singe Malt series and issued the following press release. Teeling Whiskey, Ireland’s leading...
Four new releases from Waterford Distillery
Waterford Whisky has announced four new Single Farm Origin releases destined for markets in Europe and Asia. This comes just days after we reported about the releases destined for America. The four releases are all bottled at 50% ABV and without colouring,...
Waterford Whisky is on its way to America
For all those Irish whiskey lovers in the US that have been hearing about Waterford Whisky, their wait is over. As of October they will have the opportunity to see what all the talk is about. At the beginning of October there will be three unique Single Farm Origin...
Irish Distillers 2019/2020 figures strong in challenging times
Irish Distillers today announced results for the 2019/2020 financial year (ending 30th June). The result from Irish Distillers show the impact of COVID-19 and the resulting uncertainty in markets in the latter half of the financial year, while also demonstrating...
Sliabh Liag’s first cask strength release proves a hit with Irish whiskey fans
It’s been a great few days for Sliabh Liag Distillery, Co. Donegal. In addition to a successful crowdfunding campaign to complete a new distillery, Sliabh Liag also released their first cask strength Irish whis
Jameson Launches Grow Your Own Cocktail Web Series
Jameson Whiskey, produced by Irish Distillers in Midleton Distillery, has launched a Grow Your Own Cocktail web series to promote local sourcing, collaboration and discovery among bartenders and local producers around the world. Last year, the Jameson team brought...
Chat with Ned and Megan of Waterford Distillery
Chat with Ned and Megan of Waterford Distillery Just before the pandemic broke in Ireland we had the opportunity to visit Waterford Distillery and have a tour and chat with Megan and Ned about their roles, the distillery and upcoming...
Castle Off Licence Tralee
The Castle Off Licence is a family owned independent off-licence business trading in Tralee, Co. Kerry since 1978.
Carry Out Killarney
Carry Out Killarney Carry Out Killarney is situated in Co. Kerry. Their Story Carry Out Killarney stock a wide selection of wines, spirits, liqueurs and beers with options to suit every taste bud and wallet. Carry Out is one of Ireland’s leading specialist off licence...
Killowen 10yo Pinot Noir Burgundy single cask release
Killowen distillery has released the fifth in their 10-year-old Bonded Experimental Series, a rare ‘One Cask’ release with a Pinot Noir Burgundy cask finish and bottled at 56% ABV cask strength. Official press release and tasting notes Integrity Bottling...
Bar 1661 rebrands Belfast Coffee as Beirut Coffee???
BAR 1661, in association with Bán Poitín, is rebranding 25 of its signature serve craft cocktails from the ‘Belfast Coffee’ to the ‘Beirut Coffee’ in support of a bar affected by the blast in the Lebanese capital. Full proceeds from the sale of the bottled cocktails will...
O’Connell Whiskey launches two single cask strength releases
Following on from their previous three releases W.D. O’Connell Whiskey Merchants are launching the next stage of their product development with their Peated Series Bill Phil, and the PX Series 18-year-old getting the cask strength treatment. First presented to the...
Sliabh Liag to launch crowdfunding project to raise €1.5m
Sliabh Liag has enjoyed considerable success with their two whiskey releases, The Silkie and The Legendary Dark Silkie, as well as success with their An Dúlamán Irish Maritime Gin. They have shown incredible fortitude, patience and persistence to finally obtain...
Tipperary Distillery
Tipperary Distillery Tipperary Distillery is situated in Co. Tipperary. Their Story Situated in the beautiful and bountiful setting of the Golden Vale in Ireland, Tipperary Distillery was founded in March 2016. The unique location combined with the knowledge and...
Thomas Connolly
Thomas Connolly Thomas Connolly is situated in Co. Sligo. Their Story Thomas Connolly’s pub was first licensed in 1861. There’s a great account of Connolly’s in the book The Irish Pub, by James Fennell and Turtle Bunbury. Connolly’s storied...
New release from Wayward Irish Spirits
Wayward Irish Spirits releases batch 2 of ‘The Liberator Malt Whiskey in Tawny Port Finish’ Irish whiskey and announces the Autumn release of ‘The Liberator Small Batch: Double Port Finish’ Blend. They have issued the following press release: Wayward Irish...
Ahascragh Distillery
Ahascragh Distillery Ahascragh Distillery is situated in Co. Galway. Their Story McAllister Distillers Ltd. has announced plans for a new whiskey distillery at Ahascragh, County Galway. Planning applications were submitted August 10th to Galway County Council with the...
Plans submitted for new distillery in Ahascragh, County Galway
McAllister Distillers Ltd. has announced plans for a new whiskey distillery at Ahascragh, County Galway. Planning applications were submitted August 10th to Galway County Council with the hope that production can begin mid 2022. The complex will produce various...
Roe & Co Distillery reopens its doors for the first time since March!
Roe & Co Distillery reopens for the first time since March. Roe & Co have adapted their experience to ensure they can welcome people back.
Teeling Whiskey wins awards at the IWSC
Teeling Whiskey been awarded the top rated Irish Whiskey for its 28yo Single Malt at the 2020 International Wine & Spirits Competition
Conor McQuaid talks to Irish Whiskey Magazine
Conor McQuaid talks to Irish Whiskey Magazine In this series of three interviews we talk with CEO of Irish Distillers, Conor McQuaid about the markets for growth of Irish whiskey. We also discuss the Irish whiskey sector and their significant influence on it. We chat...
Clonakilty Distillery – Distillery insight
Clonakilty Distillery – Distillery insight We continue our exploration of the distilleries of Ireland. In issue 8 our featured distillery is Clonakilty Distillery, one of the newest distilleries to open in Ireland. Situated in Clonakilty, County Cork and a must visit...Launch of Dunville’s VR 18 Year Old Single Malt
Launch of Dunville’s VR 18 Year Old Single Malt The unveiling of the new Dunville’s VR 18-Year-Old Single Malt Port Mourant Rum Finish. We talk with Jarlath Watson of Echlinville Distillery and get the story behind this stunning release. We also get to reveal what’s...
Whiskey Live Dublin 2020 has been cancelled
Celtic Whiskey Shop are very disappointed to have to announce that Whiskey Live Dublin 2020 has been cancelled.
Teeling Whiskey Release 37 Year Old Single Malt
Teeling Whiskey has released the oldest in its award-winning limited release Vintage Reserve Collection – the Teeling 37-Year-Old Irish Single Malt.
Proclamation Blended Irish Whiskey Released
This triple distilled blended Irish whiskey was conceived to honour the history of and the people behind the birth of the 1916 Proclamation. The spirit has been matured in bourbon casks and includes a touch of sherry finished malt to give a rounded, toasted finish.
Issue 1
Issue 2
We look at Irish whiskey tourism. We visit Echlinville Distillery, Co. Down. We visit Galway and Kilkenny and take part in their whiskey trails.
Issue 3
What’s the life of a brand ambassador like? We visit Slane Distillery. Charlie Roche continues his research of old distilleries with Dublin City Distillery.
Issue 4
Fionnán O’Connor continues his 7 Sips series. Miren Somers looks at the influence of casks on flavour. Eric Ryan looks at Dair Ghaelach.
Issue 5
We feature Dingle Distillery, talk to Distillery Manager at Walsh Distillery, Lisa Ryan. Kieran Keane gives a view of bartending from Jameson.
Issue 6
We chat with Mark Reynier of Waterford Distillery. Trevor Harris explains Biodynamic farming. Eric Ryan looks into Cork’s patent stills.
Issue 7
We stay in one of the worlds top hotels, Ashford Castle. We visit a historic whiskey tour of Dublin with some amazing stops along the way.
Issue 8
Exclusive interview with CEO of Irish Distillers, Conor McQuaid. We visit Clonakilty Distillery. Staying in Cork we visit Cask cocktail bar.
Issue 9
We feature Powerscourt Distillery. We fly to France and see how Camus make fine cognacs and see how Lambay Island whiskey use their casks.
Waterford Distillery brings forward new single farm origins release
Irish Distillers, producer of some of the world’s best-loved Irish whiskeys, today announced the appointment of Kevin O’Gorman as the new Master Distiller at Midleton Distillery.
Killowen Distillery release 4th in their bonded experimental series
Killowen Distillery have announced their fourth release in the 10-year-old blend of the Bonded Experimental series. A peat Islay cask finish. 398 50cl bottles, cask strength, non-chill filtered, no colouring, 10-year-old blend bottled at 55.4% ABV.
Connacht Whiskey appoints Killian O’Sullivan as Commercial Director
Connacht Whiskey Company, a distiller of Irish whiskey and innovative Irish spirits located in Ballina, County Mayo, today announced the appointment of Killian O’Sullivan as its Commercial Director.
William Grant & Sons – Tullamore D.E.W. Celebrate A Decade Together
This month, Global drinks company William Grant & Sons celebrates 10 years since the company bought Tullamore Dew whiskey. William Grant & Sons Inc own multiple world-famous brands including; Hendrick’s Gin, Sailor Jerry and Glenfiddich Whisky
Katherine Condon is appointed Distiller at Midleton Distillery
Midleton, June 22nd, 2020 – Irish Distillers, producer of some of the world’s best-loved Irish whiskeys, today announced the appointment of Katherine Condon as Distiller at Midleton Distillery.
Teeling Whiskey today celebrates their 5th anniversary
Teeling Whiskey today celebrates the 5th anniversary of the opening of its Teeling Whiskey Distillery to visitors. Opened in 2015 it was the first new distillery in Dublin for over 125 years and started the revival of Dublin whiskey production.
Walsh Whiskey releases 12th Edition of The Irishman Vintage Cask
Walsh Whiskey has released the 2020 vintage of The Irishman Vintage Cask, a rare cask strength Irish whiskey expression. This year’s vintage is limited to 3,500 bottles worldwide, with 750 assigned to the United States.
Kevin O’Gorman appointed Master Distiller at Irish Distillers
Irish Distillers, producer of some of the world’s best-loved Irish whiskeys, today announced the appointment of Kevin O’Gorman as the new Master Distiller at Midleton Distillery.
Blackwater Distillery release Velvet Cap whiskey
From Blackwater Distillery comes Velvet Cap. A sourced 50-50 blend using ex-rye barrels which were also filled with Irish stout. Join in on the official release tonight with That’s Dram Good and Barry Chandler on the Blackwater Distillery Facebook page. Looking...
Tastings – Issue 9 – Egan’s Centenary
Egan’s Centenary A limited edition (5,995 bottles) blend of single malt and single grain Irish whiskey that was initially matured in ex-Bourbon casks before being finished in XO Cognac French Limousin oak casks. Bottled at 46% ABV and RRP of €100. Omar Fitzell Notes...
Tastings – Issue 9 – Blacks 12yo Single Malt
Blacks 12yo Single Malt This sourced whiskey from Blacks of Kinsale is a 12 year old single malt. This first release is limited to 618 bottles and is bottled non-chill filtered at 46% ABV. RRP is about €89 if you can still find it. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose Very fresh....
Tastings – Issue 9 – Gelston’s Single Malt
Gelston’s Single Malt A four to five year old single malt matured in ex-bourbon casks. Bottled at 40% ABV and RRP of €34. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose One of the most unusual noses of any Irish whiskey I’ve had. The easiest way to describe it is Christmas cake mixture...
Tastings – Issue 9 – Glendalough Pot Still
Glendalough Pot Still A young pot still Irish whiskey first matured in ex-Bourbon barrels for three tears and then matured in an Irish oak cask for up to a year. This particular one is from cask 2 of tree 5. Bottled at 43% ABV and RRP of €55. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose...
Tastings – Issue 9 – Method and Madness Cherry Wood
Method and Madness Cherry Wood A single pot still from the Midleton distillery aged in ex-Bourbon barrels and Sherry casks before being finished in nine wild cherry wood casks sourced from France. The porous nature of this wood is extremely difficult to work with....
Tastings – Issue 9 – Hinch Peated Single Malt
Hinch Peated Single Malt This peated single malt whiskey from Hinch is triple distilled and matured in Bourbon casks. Hinch just announced plans to open a distillery near Belfast in summer 2020. Bottled at 43% ABV and RRP of approximately of €40. Omar Fitzell Notes...
Tastings – Issue 9 – Writers’ Tears Mizunara
Writers’ Tears Mizunara A travel retail exclusive, this limited edition from Walsh Whiskey is first aged in American oak Bourbon barrels before being finished for nine months in two extremely rare Japanese Mizunara oak barrels. Bottled at cask strength of 55% ABV and...
Tastings – Issue 9 – Dunvilles PX 12 Year Old Cask Strength
Dunvilles PX 12 Year Old Cask Strength A close relation to the award-winning Dunvilles PX 12 this limited release cask strength single malt is finished in Pedro Ximenez casks. Bottled at 57% ABV with an RRP of €125. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose So much going on with this....
Tastings – Issue 9 – Midleton Very Rare 2019
Midleton Very Rare 2019 The 36th iteration of the cult vintage series. Matured exclusively in lightly-charred ex-Bourbon American oak barrels for between 13 and 34 years. A blend of single grain and single pot still. Bottled at 40% ABV with an RRP of €180. Omar...
Tastings – Issue 8 – Pearse 5yo Blend
Pearse 5 year Blend A 5 year old blend of grain and malt whiskey which has been matured exclusively in Bourbon barrels. Non-chill filtered and non-coloured. Bottled at 43% ABV and RRP of €43. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose: Very light but pleasant nose. Very floral...
Tastings – Issue 8 – Powers John’s Lane Single Pot Still
Powers John’s Lane Single Pot Still This multi-award winning Single Pot Still has been matured for at least 12 years in ex-Bourbon casks and some elements of sherry casks finishing. Non-chill filtered and bottled at 46% ABV and priced around €65. Omar Fitzell Notes...
Tastings – Issue 8 – Clonakilty Single Batch Blend
Clonakilty Single Batch Blend Double Gold winner at the San Francisco Spirits Competition 2019, this is a blend of 8 year old grain and 10 year old single malt finished in ex-Bourbon casks. Bottled at 43.6%, non-chill filtered and naturally coloured. RRP €51. Omar...
Tastings – Issue 8 – Liberties Murder Lane
Liberties Murder Lane A 13 year old triple-distilled single malt which has been matured in ex-Bourbon barrels and then finished in Hungarian Tokaj wine casks. Bottled at 46% and selling at an RRP of €160. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose: Vanilla immediately to the fore....
Tastings – Issue 8 – Kinahans Kasc Project Blend
Kinahans Kasc Project Blend This blended Irish whiskey is matured in hybrid casks, each cask being made from 5 different types of tree: Portuguese Oak, American Oak, French Oak, Hungarian Oak and Chestnut. Bottled at 43% ABV. and RRP of €50. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose:...
Tastings – Issue 8 – Hyde no.7 1893 Bodega Sherry Single Malt
Hyde no.7 1893 Bodega Sherry Single Malt Limited to 5,000 bottles, this triple distilled single malt has been aged for six years exclusively in ex-Oloroso Hogshead casks from Cadiz in South West Spain. Non-chill filtered and bottled at 46% ABV and priced around €59....
Tastings – Issue 8 – Fercullen 10yo Single Grain
Fercullen 10yo Single Grain This single grain Irish whiskey has been matured for 10 years in American White Oak ex-bourbon barrels and then recasked to mature in fresh bourbon barrels. Bottled at 46% ABV and retailing at €55. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose: Sweet nuttiness...
Tastings – Issue 8 – Tyrconnell 16yo Oloroso and Moscatel Single Malt
Tyrconnell 16yo Oloroso and Moscatel Single Malt A limited release from the Kilbeggan Distilling Company, this single malt has been aged for 16 years in American White Oak ex-bourbon barrels and then further matured in wine casks from the Andalucia region of Southern...
Tastings – Issue 8 – Writers’ Tears Double Oak
Writers’ Tears Double Oak A new addition from Walsh Whiskey to the Writers’ Tears portfolio. This is a blend of two whiskey styles aged in two types of wood – American and French Oak. Triple-distilled, non-chill filtered and bottled at 46% ABV and retailing at...
Tastings – Issue 8 – Redbreast Dream Cask 20yo PX
Redbreast Dream Cask 20yo PX A limited release of 924 50cl bottles, this is composed of four different single pot still whiskeys aging from 20 to 33 years from the Midleton distillery which were married in a single Pedro Ximénez (PX) cask. Available to members of the...
Tastings – Issue 7 – HYDE No6 1938
HYDE No.6 1938 An 18 year old triple distilled Single Malt with 8 year old Single Grain which were both originally aged in flame charred American Bourbon barrels and then married together for a further 9 months of finishing in Spanish, Vintage, toasted, Oloroso sherry...
Tastings – Issue 7 – RedBreast Sonny Molloy’s Single Cask 16yo
RedBreast Sonny Molloy’s Single Cask 16yo The first ever partnership between Redbreast Whiskey and a bar. This 16 year old Redbreast Pot Still was selected by Sonny Molloy’s Irish Whiskey Bar of Galway. Aged in a 500 litre Spanish oak sherry cask yielding 570 bottles...
Tastings – Issue 7 – Adare Manor Very Rare Single Cask
Adare Manor Very Rare Single Cask A collaboration between two powerhouse luxury brands, Midleton Very Rare and Adare Manor. The single cask single Pot Still Irish whiskey was laid down to mature in an American bourbon barrel in January 1995 making this a 23 year old....
Tastings – Issue 7 – Powers Garavans Single Cask
Powers Garavans Single Cask A Powers single cask release for the multi-award winning Garavans Bar in Galway. The cask yielded just 252 bottles of 15 year old Single Pot Still. Bottled at 46% ABV and retailing for €250. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose: Ooo that nose. That...
Tastings – Issue 7 – Irishman Single Malt Coffee Stout Finish
Irishman Single Malt Coffee Stout Finish A collaboration between Walsh Whiskey and Dick Mack’s Pub in Dingle. The limited run from the single cask yielded just 240 bottles. The barrel originally held Irish whiskey before being filled with a coffee stout from Dick...
Tastings – Issue 7 – Fercullen 14 Year Old Single Malt
Fercullen 14yo Single Malt Part of the first three releases under the Fercullen brand. This 14 year Single Malt has been matured exclusively in ex-Bourbon barrels by Master Distiller at Powerscourt Distillery, Noel Sweeney. Bottled at 46% ABV and RRP of €90. Omar...
Tastings – Issue 7 – Liberties Copper Alley 10yo Single Malt
Liberties Copper Alley 10yo Single Malt Second in the Dublin Liberties series this 10 year old Single Malt was initially aged in ex-American bourbon oak before being finished for around 6 months in 30 year old Oloroso sherry casks. Just 31 sherry casks were chosen for...
Tastings – Issue 7 – Mitchells Red Spot
Mitchells Red Spot The Mitchell family in close collaboration with Midleton Distillery have, after 50 years of absence, reintroduced Red Spot back into much admired Spot family. This is a triple-distilled, Single Pot Still Irish whiskey that has been matured for a...
Tastings – Issue 7 – Teeling Single Pot Still Batch 1
Teeling Single Pot Still Batch 1 The first Dublin distilled Single Pot Still to come out of the city in over 40 years and the first release from the stills of Teeling Distillery. 50% unmalted barley and 50% malted barley which has been triple distilled and matured in...
Tastings – Issue 7 – Dingle Single Pot Still Batch 2
Dingle Single Pot Still Batch 2 The second Pot Still release from Dingle Distillery. Drawn from 70% bourbon casks, 15% from Pedro Ximénez sherry casks and the remaining 15% from Oloroso sherry casks. Limited to 2,900 bottles, bottled at 46.5% ABV and expect to pay...
Tastings – Issue 6 – Dunvilles 12yo Single Malt PX Cask
Dunvilles 12yo Single Malt PX Cask Older sibling to the award winning 10 year old, this 12 year old single malt from Echlinville Distillery is finished in Pedro Ximinez sherry casks. Bottled at 46% and non-chill filtered. RRP €89.00. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose: Very...
Tastings – Issue 6 – RedBreast 21 Year Old Single Pot Still
RedBreast 21 Year Old Single Pot Still This multi award-winning single pot still Irish whiskey from the Midleton distillery is aged for 21 years in a combination of ex-Bourbon and 1st fill Oloroso sherry casks. Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered. €185. Omar...
Tastings – Issue 6 – Knappogue Castle 21yo Single Malt
Knappogue Castle 21yo Single Malt This limited-edition single malt Irish whiskey is a marriage of 21 and 23 year old single malts and is limited to just 1,200 bottles. It is bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered. Available through travel retail at €180 duty paid....
Tastings – Issue 6 – Teeling Blend Chestnut Finish
Teeling Blend Chestnut Finish This distillery-only release is a blend of malt and grain whiskeys, aged between 4 – 6 years, which has been finished in chestnut casks for 6 – 12 months that once held PX brandy. Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered....
Tastings – Issue 6 – Tullamore Dew 18 Year Old Single Malt
Tullamore Dew 18 Year Old Single Malt This award-winning single malt has been aged in ex-bourbon casks and then finished in a combination of Oloroso, Port and Madeira casks for at least 6 months. Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered. Originally sold exclusively...
Tastings – Issue 6 – Bushmills Distillery Exclusive Acacia Wood 2008
Bushmills Distillery exclusive Acacia Wood 2008 This distillery-only 10 year old single malt was first matured in in charred bourbon barrels and toasted sherry casks before being finished for over a year in Acacia wood barrels sourced from France. Bottled at 47% ABV,...
Tastings – Issue 6 – Irishman Founders Reserve Caribbean Cask Finish
Irishman Founders Reserve Caribbean Cask Finish This limited release blend of single malt and single pot still (about 70:30) whiskeys has been triple distilled and after maturing in American oak bourbon barrels has been finished for 6 months in Chairman’s Reserve rum...
Tastings – Issue 6 – Method & Madness SPS Hungarian Oak
Method & Madness SPS Hungarian Oak A 6 to 8 year old light pot still (matured in Bourbon first fill barrels) is finished for 11 months in the virgin Hungarian casks. The oak itself is Quercus Patrae from the Zemplén Mountains. Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill...
Tastings – Issue 6 – Irish Whiskey Society 10 Year Old Single Malt Carcavelos Finish
Irish Whiskey Society 10yo Single Malt Carcavelos Finish A special bottling in collaboration with Teeling Distillery to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the Irish Whiskey Society. A single malt finished in Carcavelos cask. Bottled at cask strength of 57.6% ABV and...
Tastings – Issue 6 – Lambay Single Malt
Lambay Single Malt This triple distilled single malt is wholly finished in oak cognac casks from the French cognac house of Camus. Partly matured on Lambay Island where the casks been exposed to the sea air and maritime winds. Bottled at 40% ABV and non-chill...
Tastings – Issue 6 – Pearse Lyons 5 year old Single Malt
Pearse Lyons 5yo Single Malt The first release from Pearse Lyons Distillery to be fully produced in their own copper pot stills. Limited to just 4,000 bottles each individually numbered. Non-coloured and RRP €76.95. Omar Fitzell Notes Nose: Very light. Loads of malt...
Tastings – Issue 5 – Teeling Revival No.5
Teeling Revival No.5 The fifth and final release in the Revival series. Unlike previous releases which were limited to 10,000 bottles, this has a release of 15,000. Consists of 12 Year Old Single Malt Irish whiskey initially matured in Bourbon barrels and then given...
Tastings – Issue 5 – Dunvilles Three Crowns Peated
Dunvilles Three Crowns Peated The third release of the Dunville and Co. whiskey range from Echlinville. Believed to be only Ireland’s second peated whiskey. Bottled at 43.5% ABN. RRP €57. Greg Dillon Notes Nose: Light peat notes, lots of vanilla and appley notes...
Tastings – Issue 5 – Retronaut
Retronaut The first release out of Blackwater Distillery. A sourced 17 year old double distilled single malt. 100% ex-bourbon aged and bottled at 46% ABV. The first bottling was released to celebrate work commencing on the building of their new whisky distillery in...
Tastings – Issue 5 – The Dead Rabbit
The Dead Rabbit A collaboration between world-renowned Irish Whiskey Master Distiller Darryl McNally of The Dublin Liberties Distillery and Sean Muldoon and Jack McGarry, co-founders of the award-winning Dead Rabbit Grocery Grog bar. The 44% ABV whiskey is a unique...
Tastings – Issue 5 – Lambay Blend
Lambay Blend One of the 2 initial releases from Lambay (the other being a single malt), this is a blend of malted barley and grain whiskey, is triple distilled, and matured in ex-bourbon barrels. Finished in a Camus cognac cask for approximately 4 months. Lambay...
Tastings – Issue 4 – Teeling Revival No.4
Teeling The Revival IV This fourth in the Revival series from Teeling was awarded the prestigiousBest Irish Whiskey Overall in this years Irish Whiskey Awards. This Single MaltIrish whiskey has been matured for 14 years initially in Bourbon barrels and then finished...
Tastings – Issue 4 – Midleton Very Rare 2017
Midleton Very Rare 2017 This 2017 release from the iconic Very Rare series from Irish Distillers gets a significant packaging makeover and new bottle design. Composed of single pot still of up to 26 years old and single grain up to 32 years old. Bottled at 40% ABV and...
Tastings – Issue 4 – JJ Corry The Gael
JJ Corry The Gael This first release from independent whiskey blender Chapel Gate is a 60% Malt 40% Grain blend which was awarded Gold medal at the 2017 Irish Whiskey Awards. The first batch is a release of 7,500 bottles. ABV 46% and RRP of €80. Greg Dillon Notes...
Tastings – Issue 4 – Green Spot Chateau Montelena
Green Spot Chateau Montelena This new release takes the standard Green Spot Single Pot Still and is then finished for 12 months in Zinfandel wine casks, from Chateau Montelena in Napa Valley, California. Bottled at 46% ABV and selling for a RRP of €70. Greg Dillon...
Tastings – Issue 4 – West Cork Distillery Bog Oak
West Cork Distillery Bog Oak This new release from the new Glengarriff Series is a Single Malt which is matured in Sherry casks before being finished for about 6 months in casks charred using bog oak fuel source obtained from the Glengarriff Forest. Limited to 4,800...
Tastings – Issue 4 – Writers Tears Cask Strength 2017
Writers Tears Cask Strength 2017 An annual release from Walsh Distillery since 2011, this 2017 release gets a packaging facelift. A cask strength vatting of Single Pot Still and SingleMalt, limited to only 5,280 bottles, each individually signed and...
Tastings – Issue 4 – Dingle Pot Still Batch 1
Dingle Pot Still Batch 1 The first Single Pot Still release outside of Irish Distillers for many years, this 50% malted, 50% unmalted triple distilled Pot Still is matured exclusively in Pedro Ximenez casks. Bottled at 46.5% ABV. RRP €90. Greg Dillon Notes Nose:...
Tastings – Issue 4 – DWD Heritage Edition
DWD Heritage Edition Launched by independent bottler Whiskey Distillery Company Ltd. in Octoberthis year, this revives the famous Dublin Whiskey Distillery brand which fellsilent over 70 years ago. This blend is bottled at ABV of 40% and carries a RRP of €48. Greg...
Tastings – Issue 3 – Method & Madness Single Malt
Method & Madness Single Malt The new Method and Madness range from Irish Distillers showcases innovation in the Irish whiskey sector. This single malt is initially matured in ex-Bourbon barrels and is part finished in French Limousin oak casks. Bottled at 46% ABV...
Tastings – Issue 3 – Prizefight
Prizefight A whiskey brand based on telling the incredible stories of the Irish who came to America and became the greatest fighters of their day. A blend distilled by West Cork Distillers and unusually finished in American rye barrels. Bottled at 43% A.B.V. RRP of...
Tastings – Issue 3 – Teeling Brabazon Vol 1
Teeling Brabazon Vol 1 The first in a new series of limited edition single malts, entitled the Brabazon bottling. The name is derived from the Brabazon family who presided over the Liberties area of Dublin from the 16th to 19th century. Limited to 12,500 bottles....
Tastings – Issue 3 – Bushmills Steamship Collection Port Cask
Bushmills Steamship Collection Port Cask Bushmills second release in the Steamship Collection inspired by theextraordinary voyages of the SS Bushmills steamship. This travel retailexclusive is a triple-distilled single malt and has been fully matured in ruby port...
Tastings – Issue 3 – Hyde 1916
Hyde 1916 A single grain whiskey from independent bottlers Hibernia Distillers.Matured for over 6 years in flame charred, first fill, ex-bourbon casks fromKentucky in the USA. Bottled at 46% ABV with an RRP of €47.99. Greg Dillon Notes Nose: Fresh, maybe even smoky...
Tastings – Issue 3 – Pearse Distillers Choice
Pearse Distillers Choice One of four new releases from the new Pearse brand. This is a blend of Irish grain and malt whiskeys ranging in age from 4 to 9 years, predominantly fromCooley but also contains some malt whiskey from their own stills. Bottled at42% ABV and a...
Tastings – Issue 3 – Slane Triple Casked
Slane Triple Casked A blended Irish whiskey aged in three varieties of casks: Virgin American oakand seasoned bourbon casks from the Brown-Forman cooperages, and Oloroso sherry casks from of Jerez in Spain. Bottled at 40% ABV and a fantastic RRP of €33. Greg Dillon...
Tastings – Issue 2 – Teeling Revival No.3
Teeling Revival 3 The beautifully presented third release in the Revival range from Teeling, this is a 14 year old Single Malt initially matured in ex-Bourbon casks followed by a finishing in regional French aperitif ex-Pineau Des Charentes casks. Bottled at 46% ABV...
Tastings – Issue 2 – Knappogue Castle 14 Year Old
Knappogue Castle 14 Year Old This Castle Brands release was named as the Irish Whiskey of the Year at the 2016 Irish Whiskey Awards. This is a 14 year old Single Malt we assume to be from Bushmills stock. The ‘twin wood refers to the use of ex-Bourbon and Oloroso...
Tastings – Issue 2 – Irishman 12 Year old
Irishman 12 Year old A 12 year old triple distilled Single Malt matured exclusively in ex-Bourbon casks. Limited to an annual release of just 6,000 bottles. Bottled at 43% ABV and with a RRP of €65. John Moriarty Notes Nose: Initially very earthy, umami almost, a...
Tastings – Issue 2 – Tyrconnell 16 year old
Tyrconnell 16 year old With new design packaging this is a Cooley distillery double distilled Single Malt fully matured in ex-Bourbon casks bottled at 46% ABV with a RRP of €95. John Moriarty Notes Nose: Very fresh, perfumed fruits including peaches and soft fleshy...
Tastings – Issue 1 – The Silkie
The Silkie The first release from the newly formed Sliabh Liag distillery in Co. Donegal. A blended whiskey bottled at 40% ABV and retailing at a RRP of €47. John Moriarty Notes Nose: Oodles of ripe green apples, butterscotch surrounds the fruitiness with a gentle hug...
Tastings – Issue 1 – Teeling Revival No.2
Teeling Revival two This “second Coming” is a 13 year old single malt initially matured for about 12 years in ex-bourbon casks. It was then finished for a further 12 months inan ex-Calvados, French apple brandy, cask. It has then been bottled at 46% ABV and without...
Tastings – Issue 1 – Redbreast Lustau
Redbreast Lustau Edition Redbreast Lustau is a single pot still Irish whiskey that has been finished in hand selected, first-fill sherry butts, with the aim of celebrating the iconicsherry influence found throughout the redbreast range. Redbreast Lustau has been...
Tastings – Issue 1 – West Cork 12 year old port cask finish
West Cork 12 year old port cask finish The company has been on the go since 2003 and in 2013 they moved their distillery into larger premises based in Skibbereen, West Cork. This whiskey has had a short finish in a port cask before being bottled at 43% ABV. John...
Connacht Whiskey release 5yr old single malt Amarone expression
Connacht Whiskey Company Ltd release 5-year-old single malt Amarone expression. Matured in Bourbon casks for four years and finished for a further year in Amarone wine casks from the Veneto region of Italy. Bottled at 45% ABV and retailing for €49.99. More details and...
Waterford Distillery unveils its single farm origin series
Waterford Distillery today issued a press release detailing the much-anticipated news of three upcoming releases which will be made available from the end of June. Details are available here: Single Farm Origin ——– THE PRECISION OF PLACE The first...
Redbreast release it’s third Dream Cask
Introducing Redbreast Dream Cask Ruby Port Edition A limited edition whiskey released to celebrate World Whisky Day 2020 Today, Redbreast Whiskey, which is produced by Irish Distillers at its world-renowned Midleton Distillery in Cork, announced the release of its...
Walsh Whiskey releases seaweed inspired whiskey
Seaweed Inspired Labour of Love Brings Writers’ Tears for Chosen Few Unique Cask Strength Bottling finished in Dick Mack’s Seaweed IPA Yields 306 Bottles Walsh Whiskey has released the second in a series of collaborative experiments with the legendary Dick...
Teeling marks World Whiskey Day with two new single malts
Teeling marks World Whiskey Day with two new single malts Teeling Whiskey will be launching two new expressions of its award winning range of Single Malt whiskeys to honour this year’s World Whisky Day. These releases reaffirm Teeling Whiskey’s continued dedication to...
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey expands Single Cask Series
The Echlinville Distillery is expanding its award winning Dunville’s Irish Whiskey portfolio with the release of two new 18 year old single malts finished in rare Palo Cortado sherry casks. The duo of Dunville’s 18 Year Old Palo Cortado Sherry Cask Finish Whiskeys are...
Kyteler’s Inn
Kyteler’s Inn Kyteler’s Inn is situated in Co. Kilkenny. Their Story Kytelers Inn is located in the heart of Kilkenny City, the medieval home of Dame Alice Kyteler, a suspected Witch! This original stone building was established in 1324 and pre-dates the...
Grace’s
Grace’s Grace’s pub is situated in Co. Kildare. Their Story Grace’s Pub Naas was established in 1998 by the Grace family. Recently renovated, this traditional family-owned pub is now a stylish, contemporary over 21’s late bar, famous for its...
The Tanyard Bar
The Tanyard Bar The Tanyard Bar is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story The Tanyard is a newly established venue in the heart of Skibbereen. Consisting of a sports bar, live events, whiskey and gin menus and a large range of local and international beers. Its the perfect...
The Merchant Bar
The Merchant Bar The Merchant Bar is situated in Co. Antrim. Their Story The Merchant Hotel in Belfast City is located in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter, surrounded by Belfast’s best bars and restaurants and close to the city’s shopping areas and transport...
Madden’s
Madden’s Madden’s is situated in Co. Antrim. Their Story Maddens bar, found behind Castle Court shopping centre, is a Traditional Irish bar with some of the best Traditional Music to be found anywhere in the city. Nestled close to St. Mary’s and Bank...
Lowry’s Music & Whiskey Bar
Lowry’s Music & Whiskey Bar Lowry’s Music & Whiskey Bar is situated in Co. Galway. Their Story Located in the centre of the bustling town of Clifden in Connemara, Lowry’s Bar Clifden is an Iconic Irish pub, famous throughout Connemara, Galway and...
The Norseman
The Norseman The Norseman is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story The Norseman building as a watering hole dates back to the 1500’s when it was known as the Wooden Man Tavern due to a wooden Viking figure on the corner of the street. James Monks owned the establishment...
McCann’s Bar
McCann’s Bar McCann’s Bar is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story The pub was built in 1759 and now is operating as McCann’s Bar and is officially the closest bar to Guinness’s Brewery / St. James’s Gate. The Irish public house has an...
37 Dawson Street
37 Dawson Street 37 Dawson Street is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story 37 Dawson Street is a modern styled bar in the heart of St Stephens Green area of Dublin. It as opulent and quirky whiskey bar and restaurant with cocktails and modern food, plus whiskey tasting...
The Temple Bar Pub
The Temple Bar Pub The Temple Bar Pub is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story Since 1840 this quintessential Dublin pub has dispensed renowned hospitality and traditions of excellence to generations of Dubliners and visitors alike. Today The Temple Bar is famous across...
John Kavanagh “Gravediggers”
John Kavanagh “Gravediggers” John Kavanagh “Gravediggers” is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story John Kavanagh “Gravediggers” got its nickname because it’s built into the wall of Glasnevin Cemetery and gravediggers used to come in for a few scoops after a hard night’s...
The Airport View Hotel
The Airport View Hotel The Airport View Hotel is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story The Airport View Hotel has one of the best whiskey rooms in Dublin with many rare bottles lining the custom shelves of this beautiful bar. Surrounded by fields, the hotel lies 4.2 km...
Jasmine Bar
Jasmine Bar Jasmine Bar at Brooks Hotel is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story Jasmine Bar, voted one of the ‘Great Whisky Bars of the World’ by Whisky Magazine and part of the Whiskey Trail of Ireland, offers the opportunity to relax and enjoy one of a hundred...
The Merrion Hotel
The Merrion Hotel The Merrion Hotel is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story The Merrion, located in the heart of Dublin city centre, is the capital’s most luxurious five star hotel, and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The 142-bedroom and suite hotel...
Darkey Kelly’s
Darkey Kelly’s Darkey Kelly’s is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story Darkey Kelley’s bar has over 100 premium Irish whiskeys to enjoy in one of the best known pubs in Dublin for traditional Irish music. They are in one of the oldest parts of Dublin...
Bison Bar
Bison Bar Bison Bar is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story The Bison Bar is situated along the side river liffey in Dublin city. It is a whiskey bar with the emphasis on cocktails and enjoying the atmosphere of the young crowd that frequent the place. Why not enjoy a...
Blacks Distillery
Blacks Distillery Blacks Distillery is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story Sam and Maudeline Black are a husband and wife team who started their brewing company Blacks Brewery in 2013. This venture/obsession first began many years ago when Maudeline gave Sam a beer...
The Dingle Pub
The Dingle Pub The Dingle Pub is situated in Co. Kerry. Their Story With a bar and restaurant, The Dingle Pub B&B is in the heart of Dingle and has a great selection of Irish whiskey to enjoy. Host to live Irish music it is just 700 m from Dingle harbour. Renowned...
John Benny’s Pub
John Benny’s Pub John Benny’s Pub is situated in Co. Kerry. Their Story Located opposite the pier in Dingle Town, John Benny Moriarty’s is a superb place to eat and be entertained. Your hosts, John & Éilís, are well known traditional Irish...
Paul Geaney’s Bar
Paul Geaney’s Bar Paul Geaney’s Bar is situated in Co. Kerry. Their Story For over 25 years, Paul Geaneys family-run bar has been providing quality food, drink and entertainment for the local community and tourists alike. Ideally located on Main Street in...
Green’s Bar
Green’s Bar Green’s Bar is situated in Co. Galway. Their Story While Green’s Bar opposite the old port in Kinvara is a very typical traditional Irish Pub, its stand-out feature must be the shelves in the bar groaning under the weight of the astounding...
J. & K. Walsh Victorian Spirit Grocer
J. & K. Walsh J. & K. Walsh Victorian Spirit Grocer is situated in Co. Wexford. Their Story This fully preserved and original Victorian Family Grocers & Bar located in the heart of Waterford City was established in 1899 and remains unchanged since then....
Cronin’s Pub
Cronin’s Pub Cronin’s Pub is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story The history of Cronin’s Pub goes back to when it was part of the former Kennefick’s Hotel in 1970. It actually opened as a hotel by the Kenneifck family in 1892. It is now a renowned seafood...
Davy Mac’s Bar
Davy Mac’s Bar Davy Mac’s Bar is situated in Co. Waterford. Their Story Davy Macs is a traditional Irish pub with a modern twist. The exterior of Davy Macs is designed to resemble a traditional Irish cottage while the interior is like you have stepped back...
The Sky & The Ground
The Sky & The Ground The Sky & The Ground is situated in Co. Wexford. Their Story The Sky And The Ground is a traditional pub with plenty of character and a lively atmosphere on Wexford’s South Main Street. They have a hundred plus whiskeys and sixty gins on...
The Brewery Tap
The Brewery Tap The Brewery Tap is situated in Co. Offaly. Their Story “The Tap” as it’s known locally, is renowned for its hospitality to all who come through its doors. Located in the business and social heart of the town, the pub is frequented by tourists, business...
O’Lochlainns Bar
O’Lochlainns Bar O’Lochlainns Bar is situated in Co. Clare. Their Story O’Loclainn’s is recognised by travel and food writers as someplace special, an unforgettable traditional pub, where occasionally there might be traditional music played on fiddles and...
Bank Bar
Bank Bar Bank Bar is situated in Co. Dublin. Their Story The Bank Bar and Restaurant opened in May 2003 and is located on College Green in the heart of Dublin. They have an extensive collection of Irish whiskey in one of the most unique bars in Dublin. In the 17th and...
Martin’s Pub & Cooley Whiskey Bar
Martin’s Pub Martin’s Pub is situated in Co. Louth. Their Story The Cooley Whiskey Visitor Centre is located in Martin’s Bar at Riverstown on the Cooley Peninsula, just one hundred meters from the Cooley Whiskey Distillery. The Cooley Distillery...
Sean’s Bar
Sean’s Bar Sean’s Bar is situated in Co. Westmeath. Their Story When you walk into Sean’s Bar in Athlone, the oldest pub in Ireland, you join the uncountable number of visitors who have been stopping here for a drink, a chat and maybe a bit of music...
Blakes of the Hollow
Blakes of the Hollow Blakes of the Hollow is situated in Co. Fermanagh. Their Story Renowned for its traditional Irish heritage, Blakes of the Hollow Is one of the most famous and well recognised Victorian pubs in Ireland. It is a must see attraction which has graced...
Bittles Bar
Bittles Bar Bittles Bar is situated in Co. Antrim. Their Story Bittles Bar is bar located near Victoria Square in central Belfast. It one of Belfast’s more curious pubs being ‘flat-iron’ in shape (see Flatiron Building in New York). It was built in...
The Duke of York
The Duke of York The Duke of York is situated in Co. Antrim. Their Story Nestled along a narrow, cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, The Duke offers a traditional Belfast welcome of craic, music and humour in contrast to the modern, fashionable...
An Síbín
An Síbín An Síbín is situated in Co. Antrim. Their Story An Síbín may make you feel like you’ve returned to your Irish childhood, as behind the bar are shelves of classic Irish snacks and sweets—from containers of Clove Rock to boxes of Cornflakes. What’s more,...
McHugh’s Bar
McHugh’s Bar McHugh’s Bar is situated in Co. Antrim. Their Story McHughs Bar is ‘by far the oldest building to have survived in Belfast’… Built between 1710 and 1715’ Today the main bar at McHugh’s offers a homely feel with open fires and local music...
Crown Liquor Saloon
Crown Liquor Saloon Crown Liquor Saloon is situated in Co. Antrim. Their Story Built in 1826, the Crown recalls a lavish baroque style that you don’t normally see in bars. It’s probably the most beautiful pub you’ll ever see. Try get here early and...
The Welcome Inn
The Welcome Inn The Welcome Inn is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story The Welcome Inn is one of the oldest and last remaining traditional pubs in Cork. This old traditional Cork bar has been serving whiskey since 1845 A.D. and our highly experienced, friendly staff...
Malt Lane Whiskey Bar
Malt Lane Whiskey Bar Malt Lane Whiskey Bar is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story Malt Lane is part of the Folkhouse Kinsale which specialises in Irish Whiskey and is a member of “The Irish Whiskey Trail”. There is always whiskey tasting boards available...
The Oliver Plunkett
The Oliver Plunkett The Oliver Plunkett is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story The Oliver Plunkett is a traditional Irish Pub, located on Oliver Plunkett Street in Cork City. This late bar is Cork’s home of the finest traditional music. The Oliver Plunkett is a go-to...
The Shelbourne Bar
The Shelbourne Bar The Shelbourne Bar is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story The Shelbourne Bar is a sophisticated Irish pub in Cork City with an authentic traditional atmosphere. Nestled in the heart of The Victorian Quarter of Cork City since 1895, it is renowned for...
Old Town Whiskey Bar
Old Town Whiskey Bar Old Town Whiskey Bar is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega – the grand dame in Cork’s Old Town, Ireland’s largest whiskey bar housed in one of the countries most beautiful buildings. They hold regular whiskey...
Friend at Hand
The Friend at Hand is located in the heart of Belfast and has one of Ireland’s best collection of rare Irish whiskeys and memorabilia
Burren Distillery
Burren Distillery Burren Distillery is situated in Co. Clare. Their Story Burren Distillers began producing Whiskey in 2019. Their master distiller Jack O’Shea creates a premium product, distilled using locally grown barley, floor-malted at the distillery. The water...
Tastings – Issue 1 – Dunvilles 3 Crowns
Tastings – Issue 1 – Dunvilles 3 Crowns After winning ‘best Irish single Malt (12 years and under)’ at the recent Irish Whiskey awards with their Dunvilles PX release let’s see how this follow-upfares. Bottled at 43.5%. John Moriarty Notes ose: A gentle...
The Wine Centre
The Wine Centre is a specialist off licence based in the heart of Kilkenny city, in the South East of Ireland.
The Celtic Whiskey Shop
Celtic Whiskey Shop have the largest range of Irish whiskey for sales and some of the most knowledgeable staff in the county.
Temple Bar Distillery Store
Located in heart of Dublin’s Temple Bar, this micro shop has an amazing selection of whiskeys including their own bottlings.
Mitchell and Sons
This famous family run store are the name behind the highly respected Spot range of pot still Irish whiskey.
L Mulligan Whiskey Shop
Unfortunately this store is no longer open but they are conducting some fabulous online tastings and their online store remains open
James Fox Whiskey & Cigar Shop
James Fox Whiskey & Cigar Shop is across the road from Trinity College and is one of the most elegant whiskey shops in Ireland.
Coopers Off Licence
Coopers Off Licence in Cahir, Co. Tipperary offers a large selection of craft beers, wines, spirits and liqueurs from around the world.
Celtic Whiskey Bar and Larder
Located in Killarney, Co. Kerry, this is Ireland’s largest whiskey collection, with over 1,200 whiskeys from Ireland and beyond.
Bradleys Off Licence
Bradleys Off Licence Bradleys Off Licence is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story Bradleys Off Licence is a family business since 1850, Bradley’s is somewhat of a Cork institution, currently run by the 4th generation in the person of Michael Creedon. They have an...
Baggot Street Wines
Baggot Street Wines originally opened as a wine shop but now stock over 200 brands of Whiskey with focus on Irish whiskey
Gortinore Distillers & Co
Gortinore Distillers & Co Gortinore Distillers & Co is situated in Co. Waterford. Their Story Gortinore Distillery is being built in an ex woollen mill on the banks of the River Mahon. It started life in 1850s famine struck Ireland as a woollen mill providing...
Hinch Distillery
Hinch Distillery, located in the grounds of the Killaney Estate, Ballynahinch Co Down distilled it’s first spirit on 4th November 2021
Irish Whitetail Distillery
Irish Whitetail Distillery Irish Whitetail Distillery is situated in Co. Donegal. Their Story Irish Whitetail Distillery was created with a vision of combining the best of the areas past, with the best of the future, to create a truly unique product to be experienced....
Lough Ree Distillery
Lough Ree Distillery Lough Ree Distillery is situated in Co. Longford. Their Story Lough Ree Distillery is located in a beautiful Georgian building just 50m from Lanesborough’s historic, 1,000-year-old bridge over the mighty River Shannon, with views over Lough Ree....
Nephin Distillery
Nephin Distillery Nephin Distillery is situated in Co. Mayo. Their Story Nephin Distillery is situated in Co. Mayo and is planning on distilling whiskey and wants to rejuvenate the village of Lahardane. Physically, the project will restore 2 buildings that face onto...
Old Carrick Mill
Old Carrick Mill Old Carrick Mill is situated in Co. Monaghan. Their Story Old Carrick Mill is an artisan distillery, operated from an old flour mill dating back over two centuries and lies quietly nestled into the rugged landscape of Ireland’s ancient east in...
Skellig Six18
Skellig Six18 Skellig Six18 is situated in Co. Kerry. Their Story Skellig Six18 is situated in Co. Kerry and is placed among the rugged Skellig Coast landscape. A place of beauty for the people of Uíbh Ráthach to work in and be proud of, and an experience for the...
Ardara Distillery
Ardara Distillery Ardara Distillery is situated in Co. Donegal. Their Story The Ardara Distillery will make Irish whiskey in both Single Malt and iconic Pot Still variants, highly differentiated and reflecting the authentic style in which Donegal whiskey was made in...
Cape Clear Distillery
Cape Clear Distillery Cape Clear Distillery is situated in Co. Cork. Their Story Cape Clear Island Distillery was developed by members of the Cape Clear island community, who through Comharchumann Chléire Teo achieved full planning permission in 2016; at that point,...
Wayward Irish Distillery
Wayward Irish Distillery Wayward Irish Distillery is situated in Co. Kerry. Their Story Wayward Irish Distillery is working towards becoming Ireland’s most beautifully situated Premium Single Estate Grain to Glass Distillery with a Visitor Centre. The journey...
Irish Whiskey Awards 2020 cancelled
We received the following announcement from the organisers of the Irish Whiskey Awards – The Celtic Whiskey Shop I hope you are keeping well at this time. I just wanted to send you a quick email to update you on the 2020 Irish Whiskey Awards. Unfortunately, we...
Tigh Neachtain
Tigh Neachtain Tigh Neachtain is situated in the heart of Galway city. Their Story Tigh Neachtain prides themselves on having one of the most extensive whiskey collections in the west of Ireland. They stock a broad range of Irish and Scotch whiskeys and we are...
The Rag Trader
The Rag Trader The Rag Trader is situated in the heart of Dublin city. Their Story The Rag Trader is situated in the old linen industry area of Dublin. It is a modern take on an old whiskey bar and has a great selection of Irish whiskey. You can enjoy your whiskey in...
The Palace Bar
The Palace Bar The Palace Bar is situated in the heart of Dublin city. Their Story The Palace Bar has been serving Dublin whiskey since 1823 and is still going strong. One of the first bars in Dublin to bottle its own whiskey, they now have 7 releases under their...
The Long Hall
The Long Hall The Long Hall is situated in the heart of Dublin city. Their Story The Long Hall is situated on historic George’s Street. The bar has been here serving thirsty customers for over 250 years. It is styled in Victorian elegance and has an old-world charm...
The King’s Head
The King’s Head The Kings Head is situated in the heart of Galway city. Their Story The Kings Head is over 800 years old and gets its name from its historic links to the execution of King Charles 1st in 1649. The 400-year-old Fireplace, medieval windows and walls give...
The Dáil Bar
The Dáil Bar The Dáil Bar is situated in the heart of Galway city. Their Story The Dáil Bar, located at the junction of Cross Street and Middle Street is a focal point for the locals and tourists of Galway to gather over a drink and discuss the day’s events, hence the...
The Bankers Bar
The Bankers Bar The Bankers Bar is situated in the heart of Dublin city. Their Story The Bankers Bar is tucked down a side street off Dame street and has a distinctive red exterior. Walk inside and you will be met with cases and cases of rare Irish whiskey lining the...
Temple Bar Whiskey Tasting Room
Temple Bar Tasting Room Temple Bar Tasting Room is situated in the heart of Dublin city. Their Story The Temple Bar Whiskey Tasting Room is situated in the heart of Temple Bar. The whiskey bar is just to the side of the main bar which is always full to the brim with...
Taylor’s Bar
Taylor’s Bar Taylor’s Bar is situated in the heart of Galway city. Their Story Taylor’s Bar is laden with a range of Irish whiskeys and the bar staff at Taylor’s are known for their warm hospitality & whiskey knowledge and they will be delighted to assist...
Sonny Molloys
Sonny Molloys Sonny Molloys is situated in the heart of Galway city. Their Story Sonny Molloys is one of the only bars in the world to display the complete Midleton Very Rare collection, a sight to be seen for any whiskey drinker. It also has its own Redbreast Single...
Searsons
Searsons Searsons is situated in the heart of Georgian Dublin city Their Story Searsons is a little out from Dublin city centre but it is worth the walk over into Georgian Dublin. It has one the best whiskey collections in Dublin and has even released its own whiskey...
Peruke & Periwig
Peruke & Periwig Peruke & Periwig is situated in the heart of Dublin city Their Story Peruke & Periwig is situated beside The Celtic Whiskey Shop on Dawson Street and would make the perfect spot to try an Irish whiskey after buying a bottle or two from...
Paris Texas
Paris Texas Paris Texas is situated in the heart of Kilkenny. Their Story Paris Texas stands out from what you might expect from a whiskey bar. From the warmth of a rare Irish whiskey (and the stove) in our whiskey bar to the range of Irish and continental beers and...
O’Connell’s
O’Connell’s O’Connell’s is situated in the heart of Galway. Their Story O’Connells was established in 1862 and it was once a grocery and small bar but has been solely a pub since the 1970s. The interior includes tiled floors, antique lighting, stained...
McCambridge’s
McCambridge’s McCambridge’s is situated in the heart of Galway. Their Story McCambridge’s has been providing high-quality retail artisan food and wine for over 4 generations They specialise in whiskey and their award-winning Off-Licence carries the widest range...
Matt the Miller’s
Matt the Miller’s Matt the Miller’s is situated in the heart of medieval Kilkenny Their Story Matt the Miller’s is situated beside the River Nore and is popular with families, tourists and locals alike, this pub offers outstanding service by the friendly staff...
Left Bank
Left Bank The Left Bank bar is situated in the heart of medieval Kilkenny Their Story Left Bank is a former Bank of Ireland branch, it was constructed in 1870 to a design by Sandham Symes. Left Bank boasts a wide range of Irish Premium Whiskeys from 12-year-old...
Lanigan’s
Lanigan’s Lanigan’s is situated in the heart of medieval Kilkenny Their Story Lanigan’s is brimming with shelves of the finest Irish Whiskeys and It now also boasts a fantastic selection of over 60 Whiskeys with selections such as the Midleton, Jameson...
Langtons
Langtons Langtons Grocer is situated in on the vibrant John St. in the heart of medieval Kilkenny Their Story Langtons was established in 1938 and is still family-owned and run. Situated on the vibrant John St. in the heart of medieval Kilkenny and on the site of the...
L.Mulligan Grocer
L.Mulligan Grocer L.Mulligan Grocer is situated in Stoneybatter, a suburb just outside Dublin. Their Story L.Mulligan Grocer is situated in Stoneybatter, a suburb just outside Dublin. The bar has a great selection of Irish whiskey and knowledgeable staff. One of the...
Hibernian Bar
Hibernian Bar The Hibernian Bar is situated in the heart of Kilkenny city. Their Story The Hibernian Bar carries over 150 whiskeys and the list keeps growing every day. Sit back and relax near the open fire with your Irish whiskey in hand and enjoy the soft background...
Garvey’s
Garvey’s Garvey’s Inn is situated in the heart of Galway city. Their Story Garveys Inn is within a 2-minute walk of the Bus & Train station and is one of the first places to drop in to enjoy an Irish whiskey when you arrive into Galway. You can sit by the...
Garavan’s
Garavan’s Garavan’s Bar is situated in the heart of Galway city. Their Story Garavan’s was established by Charles Garavan in 1937, it was originally a Spirit Grocery, which combined a public house with a grocery shop. Irish Whiskey has been synonymous with...
Freeney’s
Freeney’s Freeney’s Bar is situated in the heart of Galway city. Their Story Freeney’s is a great place to get away from the crowds. Stocking a wide range of whiskey Freeney’s is one of the original Galway whiskey bars with a bar counter partitioned in an old...
Dylan Whisky Bar
Dylan Whisky Bar Dylan Whisky Bar is situated in the heart of Kilkenny city. Their Story The Dylan Whisky Bar in Kilkenny is an old Victorian style bar that specialises in fine whiskies. Their whiskey library now contains over 250 of the worlds finest whiskies, 40...
Dingle Whiskey Bar
Dingle Whiskey Bar The Dingle Whiskey Bar is situated beside Trinity College in Dublin city. Their Story The Dingle Whiskey Bar is situated beside Trinity College and is the first place you should visit when trying whiskey in Dublin. They have a stellar whiskey...
Dick Mack’s Pub
Dick Mack’s Pub Dick Mack’s pub is situated in the heart of Dingle in Co. Kerry. Their Story Dick Mack’s Pub retains its old-world charm that has attracted both locals and visitors alike since 1899. Inside you’ll find a wall of whiskey on one side and a working...
Celtic Whiskey Bar
Celtic Whiskey Bar Celtic Whiskey Bar is situated in the heart of Killarney in Co. Kerry. Their Story Celtic Whiskey Bar is home to Ireland’s largest whiskey collection, with over 1200 whiskeys from Ireland and beyond; as well as a range of over 60 Irish craft gins,...
Brewery Corner
Brewery Corner Brewery Corner is situated in the medieval city of Kilkenny. Their Story Brewery Corner is Kilkenny’s first Craft Beer Bar. There’s also great music at Brewery Corner with live bands and DJs in this unique venue. Winner of Craft Beer Bar of the Year in...
Bowes Whiskey Bar
Bowes Whiskey Bar Bowes Whiskey Bar is tucked away down a side street, right across from the Temple Bar area of Dublin. Their Story Bowes Whiskey Bar is tucked away down a side street, right across from the Temple Bar area of Dublin. Walk inside and you are...
Blake’s Bar
Blake’s Bar Blake’s Bar is situated in the great whiskey city of Galway. Their Story Blake’s Bar has a proud association with the historical Persse’s Whiskey distillery which was located nearby. Persse’s Galway Whiskey hit the headlines back in 2002 when...
Billy Byrnes
Billy Byrnes Billy Byrnes Pub is situated near the train station in Kilkenny city. Their Story Billy Byrnes Pub Kilkenny is a family run traditional Irish bar located just around the corner from the train and bus station in the heart of Medieval Kilkenny City and is...
Against The Grain
Against The Grain Against The Grain resides on Camden street which is a short walk from Dublin city centre. Their Story Against The Grain resides on Camden street which is a short walk from Dublin city centre. When you enter the bar you will notice a vast range of...
9 Below
9 Below 9 Below is situated close to the entrance to Stephens Green in Dublin. Their Story 9 Below is hidden down some stairs across from St Stephen’s Green. The bar is a one of a kind whiskey venue that has a charm all to itself. It hosts one of the most exclusive...
JJ.Corry Irish Whiskey launches ‘The Hanson’ a blended grain
The release is comprised of a blend of four and ten year old grain whiskeys from different Irish distilleries married together. The Hanson is bottled at 46% abv without any artificial colouring or chill-filtration. It will be available to purchase from IrishMalts.com...
Lough Mask Distillery
Lough Mask Distillery Lough Mask Distillery is situated in Co. Mayo. Their Story The Lough Mask Distillery opened in 2018 in an old restored factory in Co, Mayo. The distillery uses a combination of four-pot stills that are used for single malt, gin and vodka...
West Cork Distillers
West Cork Distillers West Cork Distillers is situated in the south of Ireland in Co.Cork. Their Story West Cork Distillers was formed in 2003 by childhood friends, John O’Connell, Ger McCarthy and Denis McCarthy. They operate out of a 12.5 acre site on Marsh Road,...
Waterford Distillery
Waterford Distillery Waterford Distillery was built in the shell of the old Guinness brewery in Co. Waterford. Their Story Waterford Distillery was built in the shell of the old Guinness brewery in Co. Waterford. The distillery is experimenting with the terroir of...
Tullamore Distillery
Tullamore Distillery The Tullamore Distillery is situated in Co.Offaly in the centre of Ireland. Their Story The old Tullamore Distillery was originally established in 1829 and became famous for its Tullamore Dew brand. The old distillery closed in 1954 and lay...
The Shed Distillery
The Shed Distillery The Shed Distillery is situated in Co.Leitrim in the south west of Ireland. Their Story The Shed Distillery in Co. Leitrim was founded in 2013 by P.J Rigney who has worked in the industry for over 30 years including being on the team that...
Teeling Whiskey Distillery
Teeling Whiskey Distillery Teeling Whiskey Distillery is situated in the Liberties are of Dublin city. Their Story Teeling Distillery was opened in 2015 and was the first new distillery to make their home in The Liberties in more than 125 years. They are distilling...
Slane Distillery
Slane Distillery Slane Distillery is situated in the beautiful Boyne valley area in Co. Meath. Their Story Slane Distillery in Co. Meath was built in the 250-year-old stables and grain stores. The distillery is owned by Brown-Forman Corporation, in partnership with...
Royal Oak Distillery
Royal Oak Distillery The Royal Oak Distillery is situated on a private estate in Co.Carlow. Their Story The Royal Oak Distillery is located on a private estate in Carlow and distils single malt and single grain whiskey. Visitors can experience a fully guided,...
Roe & Co Distillery
Roe & Co Distillery Roe & Co Distillery is situated in the Liberties area of Dublin. Their Story Roe & Co Distillery is located in a refurbished building which formerly housed the power station of the Guinness Brewery, the distillery sits alongside the...
Rademon Estate Distillery
Rademon Estate Distillery Rademon Estate Distillery is situated in Co.Down in Northern Ireland. Their Story Rademon Estate Distillery was founded in 2012 originally as a gin distillery. The distillery started to lay down its casks of whiskey in 2015. The distillery is...
Powerscourt Distillery
Powerscourt Distillery The Powerscourt Distillery is situated in the Wicklow mountains Their Story The Powerscourt Distillery is situated in the Wicklow mountains and opened in 2019. The distillery was built in the Old Millhouse and was built using local granite. The...
Pearse Lyons Distillery
Pearse Lyons Distillery The Pearse Lyons Distillery is located in the area of Dublin known as the Liberties. Their Story The Pearse Lyons Distillery is located in the area of Dublin known as the Liberties. The area is rich in whiskey history and the distillery was...
Midleton Distillery
Midleton Distillery Midleton Distillery is situated about 20 miles from Cork city in the south of Ireland. Their Story Midleton Distillery is situated about 20 miles from Cork city and opened in 1975 on the grounds of the famous Old Midleton Distillery. It is home to...
Lough Gill Distillery
Lough Gill Distillery Lough Gill Distillery is situated in a unique location in Co. Sligo in the West of Ireland. Their Story Lough Gill Distillery is situated in a unique location in Co. Sligo in the west of Ireland. An area surrounded by history, folklore and...
Killowen Distillery
Killowen Distillery Killowen Distillery is situated beside the Mourne Mountains of County Down. Their Story Killowen Distillery is situated beside the Mourne Mountains of County Down. It is one of Ireland’s smallest distilleries and is hoping to bring back some...
Kilbeggan Distillery
Kilbeggan Distillery Kilbeggan Distillery is situated in the central Irish county of Westmeath. Their Story Kilbeggan Distillery was founded in 1757 and closed its doors in 1953. After a colossal community-led restoration effort the distillery was ready to start...
Great Northern Distillery
Great Northern Distillery The Great Northern Distillery is situated in the city of Dundalk, Co. Louth Their Story The Great Northern Distillery was founded on the site of the former Great Northern Brewery in Dundalk. Founded by John Teeling in 2015 it is one of the...
Glendalough Distillery
Glendalough Distillery Glendalough Distillery is situated in the beautiful valley of Glendalough in Co.Wicklow Their Story The Glendalough Distillery was founded in 2011 and was one of the first craft whiskey distilleries. The distillery makes single malt, grain and...
Echlinville Distillery
Echlinville Distillery The Echlinville Distillery is situated in Co.Down Their Story The Echlinville Distillery became Northern Ireland’s first licensed distillery in over 125 years distilling its first spirit in 2013. They have revived the Dunville’s whiskey brand...
Dublin Liberties Distillery
Dublin Liberties Distillery The Dublin Liberties Distillery is situated in the heart of the Liberties area of Dublin Their Story The Dublin Liberties Distillery was opened in 2019 in a beautifully renovated 400-year-old mill building in the heart of the Liberties area...
Dingle Distillery
Dingle Distillery The Dingle Whiskey Distillery is located on the outskirts of Dingle in the southwest of Ireland. Their Story The Dingle Whiskey Distillery was established in 2012. The distillery is located in a converted sawmill in Milltown on the outskirts of...
Copeland Distillery
Copeland Distillery The Copeland Distillery is situated in Co. Down Their Story The Copeland Distillery moved from their home in Saintfield to their new Distillery in Donaghadee, Co Down in June 2019. It is a 6,500 square-foot site that houses their copper still and...
Cooley Distillery
Cooley Distillery Cooley Distillery is an Irish whiskey distillery, located on the Cooley Peninsula in County Louth, Ireland. Their Story Cooley Distillery is an Irish whiskey distillery, located on the Cooley Peninsula in County Louth, Ireland, converted in 1987 from...
Clonakilty Distillery
Clonakilty Distillery Clonakilty Distillery is located in the southwest of Ireland in Co. Cork. Their Story Clonakilty Distillery founders, the Scully family, have farmed by this coastal land for eight successive generations. A commitment to both heritage and...
Connacht Distillery
Connacht Distillery The Connacht Distillery sits on the banks of the beautiful River Moy in Ballina, County Mayo. Their Story The Connacht Distillery sits on the banks of the beautiful River Moy where the river widens into the Moy Estuary in Ballina, County Mayo. ...
Bushmills Distillery
Bushmills Distillery The Bushmills distillery is situated in Co.Antrim. Their Story In 1608 The Old Bushmills Distillery received its license to distil “aqua vitae” from King James but the distillery itself wasn’t opened until 1784 and has changed hands over 5 times...
Boann Distillery
Boann Distillery The Boann Distillery is located in Drogheda, Co. Meath in the heart of the Boyne Valley. Their Story The Boann Distillery is located in Drogheda, Co. Meath in the heart of the Boyne Valley. It will be distilling single malt and pot still whiskey,...
Blackwater Distillery
Blackwater Distillery Blackwater Distillery is situated on the banks of the Blackwater River, just outside Cappoquin in beautiful West Waterford. Their Story Blackwater Distillery is situated on the banks of the Blackwater River, just outside Cappoquin in beautiful...
Ballykeefe Distillery
Ballykeefe Distillery Ballykeefe Distillery is situated in the heartland of Ireland, adjacent to its medieval capital, Kilkenny city. Their Story Ballykeefe Distillery is situated in the heartland of Ireland, adjacent to its medieval capital, Kilkenny city. It is...
Achill Island Distillery
Achill Island Distillery The Achill Island Distillery is also known as the Drioglann Oileán Acla or the Irish American Trading Company is located on Achill Island off the coast of Mayo. Their Story Achill Island Distillery began distilling at the end of July 2019 and...
57 The Headline
57 The Headline 57 The Headline is situated in the The Liberties of Dublin city. Their Story 57 The Headline is mainly known as a craft beer bar, but that shouldn’t stop you visiting. They have the best whiskey selection in this area of Dublin and are only a...
Tastings – Issue 1 – Midleton Very Rare 2016
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Black Bush Stories go online
Bushmills Irish Whiskey announced the return of Black Bush Stories in 2020, with a series of interactive Instagram events in April and May. Each event will explore a key theme and celebrate an individual and their craft, while providing the opportunity for audiences...
Writers’ Tears & The Irishman whiskeys set sail for the far east
As Asia is the first region to emerge from the COVID-Lockdown period, Walsh Whiskey’s brands – Writers’ Tears and The Irishman – are in pole position to expand following the recent appointments of several new distribution partners. For two decades the...
Killowen Distillery launch their third bonded experimental series.
Killowen Distillery launch their third bonded experimental series.’ This third release is a Tequila Cask finished, Small batch (388 bottles), non-chill filtered, no colouring, 10 year old blend bottled at cask strength of 55.4% ABV. The previous releases were a...
J.J. Corry Irish Whiskey announce crowd sourced blend, ‘The Lock In’
J.J. Corry Irish Whiskey announce crowd sourced blend, ‘The Lock In’ Social distancing – try crowd funding Irish Whiskey Bonder J.J. Corry Irish Whiskey have announced that they will be opening up their blending process through a new online Crowd Sourced...
Jameson Whiskey launches online platform to support global bar community
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Looking for some online bar training during this difficult time?
Looking for some online bar training during this difficult time? Get yourself certified with an online bartender course, FREE! As a whiskey enthusiast, I really enjoyed taking this online course and seeing how it fits into the whole bartending and cocktail scene...
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Charles Maclean visits Dingle
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1661 cocktail bar
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A highland fling
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Conor McQuaid – First Year
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Haven in Crosshaven
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Pearl Diver – part 2 of 3
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An Irishman’s guide to visiting Islay
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Innovation in the category
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Biodynamic farming
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Peated Irish whiskey
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As clear as crystal
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The difference between Irish Whiskey, Scotch and American Whiskey
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Kieran Keane
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Cork’s patent still’s
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Of the land
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Cask influence
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Teeling Whiskey releases Charity Bottling in support of front line heroes
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Mixology
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7 Sips – Sip 1
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Single grain whiskey
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Tea, shrubs or old Irish whiskey?
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Slane Distillery Visit
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Dick Mack’s
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A tale of two cities
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Irish Whiskey – Myths and misconceptions
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A new generation of Irish whiskey mixed drinks
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Palace pride
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Midleton’s rare silent distillery collection release
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Another Irish distillery steps up to the mark
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Free Digital Issue of Irish Whiskey Magazine
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Currach single malt Irish whiskey released
Origin Spirits Ireland makers of Kalak Single Malt Vodka and Ornabrak Single Malt Gin have today announced the release of Currach Single Malt Irish Whiskey In a world’s first Currach Single Malt Irish Whiskey is finished in seaweed charred casks. The...
The impact of Covid-19 on the Irish whiskey sector
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O’Connell whiskey merchants launches peated single malt
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J.J. Corry release the whiskey thief
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Teeling single pot still whiskey wins 2020 IFWG award
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Redbreast 27 year old released
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Dunville’s Irish whiskey cask strength PX Irish whiskey release
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Lambay Irish whiskey launch exclusive cask program
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Continued growth for Irish Distillers in 2019
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Irish whiskey industry welcomes EU Vietnam free trade agreement
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Killowen distillery release 10 year old acacia cask finish
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Dunville’s Irish whiskey wins five world whiskies awards
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Teeling whiskey wins world’s best Irish single malt
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Jameson launches NFC connected bottle for St Patricks day
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Teeling distillery win best visit award at CIE awards
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1 million visitors to Irish whiskey distilleries and brand homes in 2019
Over one million people visited Irish whiskey distilleries and brand homes last year, the first time visitor numbers have exceeded the one-million mark. That’s according to Drinks Ireland | Irish Whiskey Association, which released statistics today (21.01.20) on how...
Powers Irish whiskey release bold new bottle design
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Thomand Gate release rare Irish pot still whiskey
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Irish whiskey magazine partners with Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible
Irish Whiskey Magazine reaches sole distribution agreement with Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible. We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded sole distribution rights for the internationally acclaimed and best selling annual Whisky Bible. For us, it is a...
Galway whiskey bar release worlds most expensive Irish whiskey platter
Whiskey drinkers are in for an absolute treat as Sonny Molloy’s Irish Whiskey Bar, located in the heart of Galway city has released ‘The Prestige Platter’ which is arguably the most expensive Irish whiskey platter ever created in the world. Available at the special...
Teeling whiskey unveils new renaissance single malt series
Teeling Whiskey, Ireland’s leading progressive Irish whiskey producer, is proud to unveil the first bottling of “The Renaissance”, a new limited edition series of unique Irish Single Malts. The new series is crafted to celebrate the true global Renaissance of Teeling,...
Irish Distillers win world whiskey producer of the year
Irish Distillers, the producer of some of the world’s most enjoyed whiskeys, has taken home the World Whiskey Producer of the Year trophy at the International Wine and Spirits Competition, following a prestigious ceremony in London last night. Irish Distillers scooped...
Jameson Bow St win world’s leading distillery tour award
For the second year in a row Jameson Distillery Bow St. has been named the World’s Leading Distillery Tour at the prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA). The awards acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence in global travel and tourism. The finalist list included...
Third pot still release from the Dingle distillery
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J.J. Corry release the world’s most expensive Irish whiskey
I’ve recently turned 50, if I wasn’t already a cynic, I am now. I’m not easily impressed by what some may call smoke and mirrors, big extravaganzas and bells and whistles. Not easily. And I know a lot of people will wonder how I can comment on this...
Irish whiskey gets Gi protection in China
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Protection for Irish whiskey has now been achieved in Taiwan
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Clonakilty Distillery Visit
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Beppe Durante – Italy
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Haven In Crosshaven – Cronin’s pub
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Pot still Irish whiskey – through the definitions
Uniquely Irish The topic of Pot Still, in particular the cereal grains used to create this beloved expression of Irish Whiskey, is providing some passionate debate of late. At whiskey events around the country when history or provenance of Pot Still is referenced a...
Exclusive interview: Conor McQuaid
Arguably the most influential role in the Irish whiskey sector and one year on from being appointed CEO and Chairman at Irish Distillers (IDL), we met with Conor McQuaid in their headquarters in Ballsbridge, Dublin. Conor, can you give us a little bit about your...
Single malt Irish whiskeys
Words by Miren Somers. Last November I moved to London and due to the limited availability of Irish whiskey, I have been drinking a lot of Scotch! This is because the Irish whiskey category over here is mainly made up of three key players; Jameson, Bushmills and...
Irish wine, Irish whiskey and a little bird called Redbreast
Part 1 of 3 | Words by Eric Ryan. Strangely, for a northerly country that is quite the great banqueting hall, at Tara, and noted how damp and cloudy, a vibrant wine drinking tradition has existed in Ireland for over two millennia. A further oddity is that Irish...
Cask cocktail bar
The cocktail scene in Ireland has seen dramatic developments over the last number of years, particularly in the high-end sector. It’s no longer just Ice Teas, Margaritas and Black Russians. There is now a vast array of original cocktails and fresh takes on old...
Irish whiskey’s billion dollar baby
Words by Joseph v Micallef The revival of the Irish whiskey industry has been driven in large part by the tremendous expansion of its sales to the US market. In 2002, sales to wholesalers of Irish whiskey in the US were just $74 million, approximately 434,000 9-liter...
New Roe & Co. distillery opens in Dublin
Another addition to the ever-growing list of Irish distilleries has been made with the opening of the Roe & Co. Urban Distillery and Visitor Experience, located in heart of the Liberties of Dublin in the former Guinness Power Station which had officially closed in...
Two new Method and Madness whiskeys
Irish Distillers have added two new and experimental, limited edition Irish whiskeys to its Method and Madness range; Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Finished in Wild Cherry Wood and Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Finished in Acacia Wood. The whiskeys represent the...
New Dunville’s premium release from Echlinville
The Echlinville Distillery (County Down, Northern Ireland) has unveiled its highly anticipated award-winning Dunville’s VR 18 Year Old Port Mourant Rum Finish Single Malt Irish Whiskey. This cask strength (57% abv) limited release is from the first of eight incredibly...
‘A Story of Irish whiskey’ – podcast series
Irish Distillers announced the launch of its first podcast series, ‘A Story of Irish Whiskey’. Produced by Last Cast Media, the five-part series is a story of coming together, sharing, conquering markets and how three families, competitors for generations, united to...
New Writers’ Tears release for rugby world cup
Walsh Whiskey has released Writers’ Tears Copper Pot Japanese Cask Finish Irish whiskey in time for the Rugby World Cup in Japan. The new and very limited expression of his celebrated super-premium whiskey is a global Travel Retail exclusive in association with Aer...
Teeling Whiskey Wins Big at 2019 World Whiskies Awards
Teeling Whiskey has claimed the award for World’s Best Irish Single Malt for its 24-Year-Old Single Malt, 21 years and older, along with the prize for World’s Best Irish Single Malt, no age statement, for its Teeling Whiskey Brabazon Single Malt (Series 2). Teeling...
Donegal distillery gets go ahead
Sliabh Liag Distillers have been given the go ahead to start work on their new distillery, with planning permission having now been signed off. This move starts off their ambitious plan to bring whiskey distilling back to Donegal for the first time in 177 years, with...
Irish Whiskey 360° launches
On 10th September, at the Jameson Distillery, Bow Street, Dublin, the Irish Whiskey Association (IWA) launched a new Irish whiskey tourism initiative. The IrishWhiskey360° brand, website and social media platforms were launched by Minister for Agriculture, Food and...
Two new Irish whiskey books
Ireland’s Whiskey Guide is a new guide to the whiskey distilleries of Ireland by Kate Amber. This book is a part travel guide, and part historical insight. This comprehensive Travel and Whiskey guide provides lively facts and anecdotes about the history of Irish...
New whiskey maturation phase for Vault Storage Limited
A very ambitious project was initiated some years ago by two Mullingar businessmen to satisfy the major shortfall of Whiskey Maturation facilities to cater to the ever-expanding growth of Irish Whiskey on the Island of Ireland. Project spokesman Alan Wright, Chairman...
Launch of Waterford Whiskey Society
With so much interest in Irish whiskey and with Waterford currently having two distilleries, Waterford Distillery and Blackwater Distillery, it only seemed fitting that there should be a local whiskey society. As anyone involved in organising any society, putting that...
Blackwater distillery opening
7th November 2018, Blackwater Distillery becomes the 21st operational distillery on the island of Ireland. The new distillery in Ballyduff, near Lismore in Co. Waterford has commenced distillation and will produce Single Malt and Pot Still Irish whiskey. The...
Powerscourt distillery opening
The Powerscourt Distillery officially launched on 5th December 2018, thus becoming the 22nd operational distillery on the island. The distillery is set upon the magnificent grounds of the Powerscourt Estate in Enniskerry, County Wicklow. The distillery’s three...
Dublin Liberties distilleries opens its doors
20th February 2019, The Dublin Liberties Distillery opened its doors for the first time for a special preview evening ahead of its official public opening on Monday, 25th of February. Showcasing the results of two years of construction, guests on the evening enjoyed a...
Natterjack whiskey launch
Gortinore Distillers & Co., a company founded by Aidan Mehigan (CEO) and Lisa Mehigan (CMO), officially launched Natterjack Irish Whiskey on 21st February in Dublin. Aidan, a successful trader in the City of London, has moved back to Ireland with plans to set up a...
Clonakilty distillery opens
A €10 million, state of the art distillery in Clonakilty, West Cork, has created 35 new jobs and is expected to attract 35,000 visitors annually. Clonakilty Distillery was officially opened by Tánaiste, Simon Coveney TD, on March 4 and it’s been dubbed as a huge boost...
Pearse Lyons Distillery revamps branding
In 2018, the Pearse Lyons Distillery released its first limited edition Whiskey; Pearse five-year-old Single Malt Irish Whiskey. This was the first new five-year-old age statement Irish Whiskey to be produced from a new distillery in 25 years. Following on from the...
Red Spot is back
After an absence of over fifty years, Irish Distillers and the Mitchell & Son family of wine merchants have reintroduced Red Spot back to the Spot family of Irish whiskey. Red Spot is a triple-distilled, single pot still Irish whiskey that has been matured for a...
Sexton single malt
The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey, created by with one of the world’s few female Master Blenders, Alex Thomas, was launched in one of Dublin’s oldest venues, Smock Alley Theatre to a decadent reception in the Banquet Hall. Four bars served seven different...
Irish Whiskey Awards winners 2019
OCTOBER 17th 2019: Emerging and established Irish whiskey producers and bars were honoured this evening at the 2019 Irish Whiskey Awards which took place at the Dingle Distillery in Co.Kerry. The evening commenced with a tour of the distillery and drinks reception...
Irishman 17-Year-Old Single Malt wins top prize at 2019 Irish Whiskey Awards.
Crowned overall Irish Whiskey of the Year at the annual event, the accolade tops off what has been a fantastic year for The Irishman 17-Year-Old Single Malt. It was also named Best Irish Single Cask Whiskey at the Irish Whiskey Awards on top of taking home a Masters...
Midleton Very Rare 2019 unveiled
Irish Distillers, makers of some of the world’s most enjoyed whiskeys, has unveiled the eagerly awaited Midleton Very Rare 2019, alongside the launch of the ‘1825 Room’, an online members’ programme for discerning whiskey lovers to delve further into the pinnacle of...
Dunville’s release 18 year old rum finish expression
After much anticipation, this long-awaited Irish whiskey is released. This evening in Belfast, The Echlinville Distillery (County Down, Northern Ireland) has unveiled its highly anticipated award-winning Dunville’s VR 18 Year Old Port Mourant Rum Finish Single Malt...
Jameson Distillery sets off on world tour
Irish Distillers, the producer of some of the world’s best known and successful Irish whiskeys, has announced that its award-winning Bow St. Experience is going on tour. From September 2019, the experience will activate in Lisbon, Portugal. Jameson has created a...
IrishWhiskey360° the Irish Whiskey initiative unveiled
IrishWhiskey360° unveiled – the new brand and home for Irish whiskey tourism. Minister Michael Creed launches new Irish whiskey tourism brand and website to coincide with Taste the Island food and drink tourism campaign Visitors to Irish whiskey distilleries and...
Method & Madness release two new expressions
On Tuesday 3rd September Irish Distillers released two new releases in their experimental Method and Madness portfolio. The new releases exemplify the continuous innovation in the Irish whiskey category down in Midleton, Co. Cork. Both releases are Single Pot Still...
Dr. Pearse Lyons Inducted into Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has honoured the late Dr Pearse Lyons by inducting him into the prestigious Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame. The award was presented to Dr Lyons wife Deirdre and their son Mark at their induction ceremony this September. The annual...
Figures show continued growth of the Irish whiskey industry
The Irish Spirits Association (ISA) have issued their second industry and market sector report, The Irish Spirits Report 2017. The report details not only the Irish whiskey sector but also provides insights into other spirits such as gin and vodka. The ISA along with...
Conor McGregor launches Proper No. Twelve
Renowned Mixed Martial Artist (MMA) Conor McGregor has, through the company he founded Eire Born Spirits, launched Proper No. Twelve to the Irish and US markets. Conor enjoys a massive social following and it will be interesting to see how the power of the McGregor...
Jameson releases Cold Brew
Jameson Irish Whiskey, produced by Irish Distillers in Midleton Distillery, is piloting a new and innovative take on the classic combination of Irish whiskey and coffee; Jameson Cold Brew. Jameson Cold Brew was released in limited quantities in September in Ireland in...
Irish collectors to get two Irish whiskey auction sites
Whiskey collecting, both as an interest and as a means of investment, has seen tremendous activity in the last few years. One source of collectables has been through online auction sites. However, until now, Irish collectors were faced with having to deal with...
Intrepid Spirits launch Egan’s Legacy Reserve
Intrepid Spirits have launched a very limited release of Egan’s 15-year-old single malt. Independently sourced, this single malt is matured exclusively in American bourbon casks. This release is limited to just 1,000 bottles. The Egan family set about resurrecting...
The Midleton Very Rare legacy continues with 2018 edition
Irish Distillers have unveiled the 2018 vintage of Midleton Very Rare. The 35th edition in the renowned and highly collectable range, first unveiled in 1984, is a masterfully blended Irish whiskey, crafted at the Midleton Distillery, Co. Cork, by Master Distiller...
Limited release Knappogue 21 year-old single malt
Knappogue Castle has launched the highly anticipated 21-year-old expression of their single malt Irish whiskey. With only 1,400 bottles, the Knappogue Castle 21 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey is a very limited special release. This 21-Year-Old Single Malt is a...
Powerscourt Distillery introduces Fercullen range
The Powerscourt Distillery has unveiled three new Irish whiskeys under the brand name Fercullen; Fercullen 14-Year Old Single Malt Whiskey, Fercullen 10-Year-Old Single Grain Whiskey and Fercullen Premium Blend Irish Whiskey. Released by award-winning Master Distiller...
Teeling Whiskey achieves world record
Teeling Whiskey released their first 100 bottles of Teeling Whiskey Celebratory Single Pot Still at auction in partnership with Whisky Auctioneer. The auction ran from the 31st of August until the 10th of September, with all profits raised being donated to charitable...
Revamp at Terminal 2
The importance of the travel retail industry as a contributor to Irish whiskey sales was an impressive 659,000 9-Litre cases in 2017. Aiming to increase this, The Loop in Terminal 2, Dublin Airport, operated by Aer Rianta International (ARI), has undergone a major...
Impressive growth at Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard
Irish Distillers Results Year ending 30 June 2019 Jameson is the No. 1 Irish whiskey in the world with sales of 7.7 million cases and volume growth +6% Irish Distillers prestige range experienced +25% volume growth, led by Redbreast (+24%) and Spot range (+40%)...
Walsh Whiskey releases 11th edition Irishman vintage cask
Walsh Whiskey Releases 11th Edition of The Irishman Vintage Cask 11th Release of rare, super-premium cask strength (54% ABV) whiskey limited to just 2,346 bottles worldwide. Walsh Whiskey has released the 2019 vintage of The Irishman Vintage Cask, a rare cask strength...
Irish Distillers donates Power Family Papers to Wexford County Archive
Wexford, 19th August 2019: Irish Distillers, Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits and wines and producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys, today donated the records from the Power family’s Oylegate estate to Wexford County Archive....
The Redbreast Dream Cask release on World Whiskey Day
The rumours amongst Irish whiskey enthusiasts have been well-founded as Irish Distillers launched the Redbreast Dream Cask through its online members’ club, The Birdhouse, on World Whisky Day (Saturday 19th May). All 816 bottles were all snapped up within 2 hours!...
Pearse 5 year old cask strength
Pearse Lyons Distillery is set to release their first whiskey which is from back when Alltech distilled at the Carlow Brewing Company. The release is scheduled for mid-June this year. There will in fact be 2 releases; 1,000 bottles released at cask strength of 59.3%...
The last in the Teeling Whiskey Revival Series launched
Revival Volume 5 was officially launched on 25th April in Chapter One Restaurant, Dublin, and is the final release in the series. The launch celebrated the release by pairing each in the series with a wonderful dish created to bring out the best in each. The fifth...
The Dublin Liberties Distillery and The Dead Rabbit collaborate to release The Dead Rabbit Whiskey
The Dead Rabbit Irish Whiskey is a collaboration between world-renowned Irish Whiskey Master Distiller Darryl McNally of The Dublin Liberties Distillery and Sean Muldoon and Jack McGarry, co-founders of The Dead Rabbit Grocery & Grog bar. The Dead Rabbit Grocery...
Jameson Bow Street 18 years cask strength
On April 25th, Jameson announced the release of Jameson 18 Cask Strength which finishes its maturation in Dublin’s only live Maturation housed in the Jameson Distillery Bow Street, hence returning part of the production process to the brand’s original home in...
2018 release of Writers’ Tears cask strength
Since 2011 Walsh Whiskey Distillery have being releasing their much-acclaimed cask strength edition of Writers’ Tears. The 2018 vintage of Writers’ Tears Cask Strength whiskey has been launched at an exclusive event hosted by the Aviators Whiskey Society in Kealys pub...
On another note
Ode to Whisky (Óid don Uisce Beatha Ir. gaelige) (Tha Bhuidh air an Uisge Bheadach Sc. gaidhlig) is a studio album recorded entirely in Kirkcudbright, Galloway, Scotland. It is a musical celebration of the water of life. Just as whiskies vary from the fine Highlands...
Lambay Whiskey launches first cognac cask finish in Ireland
Lambay Irish Whiskey Company officially launched April 11th in the seaside harbour town of Howth, Co. Dublin. Placing themselves firmly amongst friends and locals within the community of North County Dublin, Lambay Whiskey is choosing a different route to market. “Our...
Irish Distillers acquires Eight Degrees Brewing
On May 11th, 2018, Irish Distiller announced that had acquired Eight Degrees Brewing. The size of the deal remains undisclosed but will see Eight Degrees Brewing providing a long-term beer supply to support the continued global growth of JamesonCaskmates. Earlier this...
John Clement Ryan – a giant of the Irish whiskey industry
John C. Ryan, a direct descendant of James Power sadly passed away on 11th May 2018, peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. He was the seventh generation to start his career in whiskey in the family firm. Described as a natural raconteur, his pride in, an...
Dr. Pearse Lyons, Alltech’s president and founder
Dr Pearse Lyons, the Irish entrepreneur whose vision for improving global agriculture led to a multibillion-dollar international business, sadly passed away on March 8, 2018. He was 73. Born on Aug. 3, 1944, to Thomas Kevin and Margaret (née Dunne) Lyons and raised in...
Irish Distillers unveils new Jameson Triple Triple
Jameson Irish Whiskey, which is produced by Irish Distillers in Midleton Distillery, has announced an exciting addition to its family of Irish whiskeys; Jameson Triple Triple. Available exclusively in global travel retail from July, the new offering is a fresh take on...
Walsh Whiskey launches The Irishman Marsala Cask Finish
Walsh Whiskey has released a new, limited edition, super-premium expression exclusively for The Irish Whiskey Collection at TheLoop, operated by Aer Rianta International (ARI). The Irishman Single Malt Marsala Cask Finish is the company’s first global exclusive in...
Belfast Whiskey Week – Irelands largest whiskey festival
Scotland prides itself on the whisky it produces, so much so that there are whisky festivals across the country to celebrate and showcase the many distilleries and the mass amount of liquid that flows relentlessly from their stills. Globally, whiskey is produced in...
Celtic Whiskey releases rare ‘The Dingle Celt’ whiskey
AUGUST 5TH will mark the launch of Celtic Whiskey’s latest brand ‘The Dingle Celt’ Irish whiskey. Following the success of their award-winning Celtic Cask Independent bottlings, the decision to release an ultra-exclusive Dingle whiskey was made earlier this year. The...
Walsh Whiskey comes to the aid of Joycean Swenys Pharmacy
As the annual Bloomsday (16th June) celebrations in Dublin, Ireland approach, Irish whiskey entrepreneur Bernard Walsh has come to the aid of Sweny’s Pharmacy – one of the most celebrated venues featured in James Joyce’s epic novel, Ulysses. Writers’ Tears...
Teeling Distillery celebrates 4 year anniversary
Teeling Whiskey is celebrating the fourth anniversary of its award-winning distillery today. In June 2015, Teeling Whiskey began a new chapter in modern Irish whiskey history when it opened the first new distillery in Dublin for over 125 years to the public. In the...
Roe & Co Distillery to open its doors on June 21st
The malt whiskey spirit has been flowing through the spirit safe at the Roe & Co. Irish whiskey distillery ahead of the doors opening on James’s Street in Dublin on 21st June, when guests will be welcomed into the visitor experience. Inspired by one of the biggest...
Jameson Distillery Bow welcomes 500,000 visitors in 2019
#IrishWhiskey tourism continues to grow and at the helm, Jameson Distillery Bow St. and The Jameson Experience Midleton Ireland welcomed more than 500,000 visitors from 70 nations around the world in the last year. As well as being a highlight of Ireland’s tourism...
First new cooper appointed by Irish Distillers for over 40 years
Irish Distillers has today announced the appointment of Killian O’Mahony as Cooper, following the successful completion of his apprenticeship under Master Cooper, Ger Buckley. Killian is the first newly qualified Cooper at Midleton distillery in 40 years and comes...
‘A Story of Irish Whiskey’ podcast series released from Irish Distillers
‘A Story of Irish Whiskey’ podcast series released from Irish Distillers, The makers of Jameson Irish-Whiskey, POWERS Irish Whiskey, Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey, Redbreast Irish Whiskey and Method and Madness. Produced by Last Cast Media, the five-part series is...
Powers Irish whiskey release old fashioned bottled cocktail
POWERS Irish Whiskey, which is made by Irish Distillers in Midleton Distillery, has unveiled a brand-new look and its first-ever pre-mixed classic cocktail, Powers Old Fashioned. Initially launching in Ireland from the end of May, the innovative new release is set to...
Irish Distillers release Redbreast Dream Cask Px edition
Redbreast Irish Whiskey, which is produced by Irish Distillers in Midleton Distillery, marks World Whisky Day 2019 with the launch of Redbreast Dream Cask Pedro Ximénez Edition. Available to purchase exclusively through the Redbreast online members’ club, The...
Busy quarter for Irish Distillers
Having previously hit it off with Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition, the team in Midleton created a new beer mate based on a zesty IPA. Launched in September earlier this year, the trial run of 3,000 bottles of Jameson Caskmates IPA Edition in the domestic market was a...
Expansion in Tullamore D.E.W.
William Grant & Sons have invested a further €25m in the Tullamore D.E.W. site bringing its total investment in the distillery to about €60m. The investment has also meant the creation of 80 jobs in the locality. In October the new grain distillery and...
Bushmills launches new brand
After almost five years without a new entry in their domestic product range, Bushmills has launched Bushmills Red Bush, a blend of triple-distilled single malt and Irish grain whiskey. Clearly aimed at a younger and newer audience, Red Bush is light and approachable...
Clonakilty Distillery to open soon
Clonakilty distillery is to be located in a high-profile building in the town of Clonakilty, Co Cork. The company was founded by Michael Scully who hails from Clonakilty, and Padraic Coll from Ennis Co. Clare. Michael is an eight-generation Farmer on the family farm,...
County Longford to have its own Distillery
Planning permission for a new distillery on a 1.3acre site located in the picturesque town of Lanesborough on the banks of the Shannon, was approved in January 2017. Louth Ree Distillery is the brainchild of Peter Clancy (CEO) along with his brother Michael and sister...
Stewarts Distillery Boyle
The Stewart family have secured planning permission for a proposal to transform their family’s historic mill in Boyle, Co Roscommon into a leading Irish Whiskey Distillery as part of the West of Ireland Whiskey Trail and Wild Atlantic Way All distillation, maturation,...
Flesk Mills – a potentially beautiful distillery site
Flesk Mills, built-in 1812 is on an 11acre site in Killarney, County Kerry. As a mill, with its waterwheels powered by the river Flesk, it was milling 12,000 bags of corn annually. These water wheels were replaced at the turn of the 20th century by turbines and is...
Kinsale Mead Co – restoring a tradition
Mead is the world’s oldest alcoholic drink, with a glorious, global history over 9,000 years old. Kate and Denis Dempsey opened Kinsale Mead Co, Ireland’s first new Meadery in many years this past summer, rediscovering the ancient art of mead-making. There are many...