Thomas Connolly Single Cask ReleaseA tripled casked whiskey with a rich imperial stout finish. Thomas Connolly Single Cask release After our successful limited edition release in December 2021 between Sligo's premier Lough Gill distillery - Athrú & Sligo's oldest heritage pub Thomas Connolly, we are delighted to announce a new limited edition Single Cask Release, … Continue reading Thomas Connolly Imperial Stout finish Single Cask.
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Midleton Very Rare 2022 is upon us….
INTRODUCING MIDLETON VERY RARE 2022 – THE PINNACLE OF IRISH WHISKEY MVR 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, maker of some of the world’s most enjoyed whiskeys, has unveiled the eagerly awaited second Midleton Very … Continue reading Midleton Very Rare 2022 is upon us….
A new look for The Irishman Whiskey brand
The Irishman Whiskey rebranding reflects pursuit of excellence in Single Malt · New bespoke bottle design introduced across the range · Founder’s Reserve expression renamed The Harvest · Caribbean Rum Cask Finish added to core expressions in portfolio · New labelling includes braille for the visually impaired and nutritional and calorific information (on bottle and online) · €500,000 invested … Continue reading A new look for The Irishman Whiskey brand
Writers Tears to celebrate James Joyce Ulysses
Bit late with this news.... 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. · Celebrations commence this Wednesday (2nd February) on the anniversary of the centenary with FREE 7pm Facebook Live reading from 1st Edition … Continue reading Writers Tears to celebrate James Joyce Ulysses
WD O Connell moves into ninth market.
W.D. O’CONNELL WHISKEY MERCHANTS CELEBRATES A NEW MILESTONE ADDS SWEDEN AS ITS NINTH MARKET, CONTINUING EXPANSION IN 2022 On January 22, 2022, W.D O’Connell Whiskey Merchants will have bottles available in its ninth market, adding Sweden to a list that grew substantially in 2021 and will continue to expand this year. For the first time, … Continue reading WD O Connell moves into ninth market.
Charity 2021
A very quick post just to thank those who attended my November Powers Irish Whiskey tasting in aid of St Francis Hospice, hosted by Derek King and the December Dingle Irish Whiskey in aid of Movember Ireland hosted by Dave Cummins, both of which took place in The Roselawn Inn. I was delighted that we raised … Continue reading Charity 2021
Whiskey Craft competition
I am absolutely delighted to be teaming up with John Daly of Whiskey Craft to bring you this fabulous competition. Whiskey Craft offers a great range of products from Fine Art Prints, Wall Clocks and Whiskey Gift Products to Satchels and Messenger Bags, all of which can be found on their website. As it says … Continue reading Whiskey Craft competition
Dunville’s Cask 991
Dunville's releases 18 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish From the Exclusive Single Cask Series Dunville's Cask 991 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 Spirit of Belfast and … Continue reading Dunville’s Cask 991
Amber Beverage Group acquire Walsh Whiskey
Amber Beverage Group expands into high-growth Irish whiskey sector with Walsh Whiskey acquisition 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 from 11 November 2021 with the existing management and staff remaining in place. … Continue reading Amber Beverage Group acquire Walsh Whiskey
Hinch Craft and Casks
Co Down distillery marries its fine aged whiskey with Irish craft beer casks. Hinch Craft & Casks Hinch Distillery’s Craft & Casks is a trio of fine Irish whiskeys that up the flavour game in the segment having been finished using craft beer casks. A collaboration of the craftsmanship of Hinch Whiskey and the unique … Continue reading Hinch Craft and Casks