Whiskey Bars
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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...
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... 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...
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...
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...