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Tullamore D.E.W. Distillery Celebrates Iconic Irish Wolfhound with Life-Sized Sculpture
Tullamore Dew commission renowned Irish ArtistJohn Coll to create Irish Wolfhound Sculpture A life-sized Irish Wolfhound sculpture by John Coll, a renowned Irish artist, has been unveiled at the entrance of the Tullamore Distillery. Positioned at the entrance...
Irish Whiskey Cookbook – Oisín Davis
Irish Whiskey Cookbook – 50 Recipes to Cook, Sip and Savour by Oisín Davis . Boom, bust and boom again – a five-word synopsis of the Irish whiskey industry over the last couple of hundred years. From being a global spirit leader in the 19th century to being...
Dublin venue BAR 1661 ranks in prestigous awards
BAR 1661 puts Ireland on the map, ranking 98th best bar in the world The eyes of the global hospitality industry are once again turning to a small corner of Dublin’s Northside, with the announcement that BAR 1661 has been ranked No.98 best bar in the world by...
New Logo, New Chapter for Ahascragh Distillery
Ahascragh Distillery launches New Distillery Logo ahead of 2027 whiskey release . Ahascragh Distillery has unveiled the new Ahascragh Distillery logo, a symbol rooted in family, place and the shared vision behind the distillery. At the heart of their new identity are...
Irish Whiskey Association unveils Budget 2027 strategy
IWA Calls for Immediate 10% Excise Cut, Market Diversification Supports, and Critical Infrastructure Subventions to Protect Irish Distilleries & Local Economies . The Irish Whiskey Association (IWA) has today published its Pre-Budget Submission ahead of Budget...
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey announces South Africa distribution launch
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey partners with premium spirits import specialists, Firebrand Africa . Firebrand will represent the Dunville’s portfolio across South Africa, which is now a key growth market for Irish Whiskey. Dunville’s Irish Whiskey offers an award-winning...
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...
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’...
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...
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...
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...
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 –...
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 Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Named Spirit Partner To The Irish Film & Television Awards
Redbreast Irish Whiskey partners with Irish Film and Television Awards Redbreast announces a three year partnership with IFTA, becoming the sponsor of the IFTA Short Film Award category and the official Spirit Partner of the IFTA Awards for 2026, 2027 and 2028. The...
Ardara Distillery fill their 10,000th cask with renowned whisky writer Dave Broom
The Ardara Distillery Marks 10,000th Cask as It Reclaims Ireland’s Lost Style of Smoky Irish Whiskey The Ardara Distillery has reached a defining milestone with the filling of its 10,000th cask. A moment that signals more than scale, it marks the resurgence of...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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%...
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...
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,...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
‘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 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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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. ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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.
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
New Irish whiskey passport
IrishWhiskey360°, the tourism initiative of the Irish Whiskey Association, has launched a new Irish Whiskey Passport
Irish Whiskey Association campaign – Discover Ireland’s Whiskey Distilleries
Irish Whiskey Association launch new campaign encouraging staycationers to Discover Ireland’s Whiskey Distilleries
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
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.
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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 – 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
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.
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