Press Releases
We publish the industries latest press releases so you always know what is happening in the Irish whiskey industry, straight from the source.
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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
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
Barrel Club Midleton Distillery launched today
A new and exclusive whiskey membership club that showcases the whiskeys and people from Midleton Distillery,
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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’
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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...
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
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
Teeling Whiskey releases Charity Bottling in support of front line heroes
Teeling Whiskey releases Charity Bottling in support of front line heroes Just 300 specially labelled and numbered bottles available Teeling Whiskey, Ireland’s leading progressive Irish whiskey, is releasing a special charity bottling of their Distillery Exclusive...
J.J. Corry release the whiskey thief
Cooraclare, Co. Clare, Ireland, March 8th, 2020 – Ireland’s first modern Whiskey Bonder has announced the launch of ‘The Whiskey Thief’, a 100-bottle release to celebrate International Women’s Day 2020. This new release has been developed in collaboration with Irish...
Redbreast 27 year old released
Irish Distillers have released Redbreast 27 Year Old, the oldest permanent expression in the Redbreast series. Redbreast 27 Year Old includes whiskey matured in ruby port barrels from Portugal’s Douro Valley. The ruby port barrels impart fleshy fruit characteristics...
Dunville’s Irish whiskey cask strength PX Irish whiskey release
The Echlinville Distillery is expanding its award-winning Dunville’s Irish Whiskey portfolio with the release of a Cask Strength expression of its iconic 12-year-old Single Malt. Dunville’s PX 12-Year-Old Cask Strength Single Malt Irish Whiskey is finished in Pedro...
Lambay Irish whiskey launch exclusive cask program
Lambay Irish Whiskey now offers an exclusive cask program for whiskey fans and aficionados alike. Their craft is about the combination of centuries-old Irish whiskey making techniques and five generations of French cognac blending and maturation expertise. Lambay...
Continued growth for Irish Distillers in 2019
Thursday, 13th of February 2020: Irish Distillers, producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys, has today announced strong growth across its portfolio in the first half of the year. Jameson sold 4.6 million cases (+9%) in the first...
Killowen distillery release 10 year old acacia cask finish
Killowen Distiiler release second 10-year-old blend of Bonded Experimental series release on Tuesday 11th February. This is a Txakolina Acacia Cask finished, Small batch (490 bottles), cask strength, non-chill filtered, No colouring, 10-year-old blend with...
Dunville’s Irish whiskey wins five world whiskies awards
Dunville’s Irish Whiskey has won an impressive haul of five accolades at the prestigious World Whiskies Awards. The Echlinville Distillery (Kircubbin, Co. Down) are custodians of the iconic Dunville’s Irish Whiskey brand, which swept the board at the esteemed awards...
Teeling whiskey wins world’s best Irish single malt
Teeling Whiskey, Ireland’s leading progressive Irish whiskey is proud to announce that it has been honoured as World’s Best Irish Single Malt in two categories after the first round of judging at the 2020 World Whiskeys Awards for its 30-Year-Old Single Malt and...
Jameson launches NFC connected bottle for St Patricks day
Jameson Irish Whiskey, the world’s favourite Irish whiskey, has unveiled its much-anticipated limited-edition bottle, designed by well-known Dublin-based designer and illustrator Hephee (Stephen Heffernan), marking the start of the brand’s global St Patrick’s Day...
Teeling distillery win best visit award at CIE awards
Teeling Whiskey has announced that its Visitor Centre, at its distillery in Newmarket in the Liberties area of Dublin City, has won ‘Best Visit’ in Ireland at the CIE Awards last night in Dublin. The CIE awards are presented based on feedback received from customers...
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
Powers Irish Whiskey, which is made by Irish Distillers in Midleton Distillery, has unveiled a bold new bottle design for its range of premium Irish whiskeys. Debuting on core expression Powers Gold Label in the USA from March 2020, the dynamic new look is set to...
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,...
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
Third Pot Still Release from The Dingle Distillery This small release single pot still Irish whiskey has come into being through the marriage of bourbon and port casks. It is also the first release overseen by newly appointed Master Distiller Graham Coull (previously...
Protection for Irish whiskey has now been achieved in Taiwan
Drinks Ireland | Irish Whiskey Association has successfully secured legal protection in Taiwan, by registering Irish whiskey as a Certification Trademark in both English and Chinese. The registration of the Certification Trademark will give consumers in Taiwan greater...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...