Over the last decade, several new distilleries have emerged across the Island of Ireland, a country with a great history of distilling whiskey. Located in the heart of Ireland, the Boyne Valley is the perfect destination to discover this history by visiting 3 distinct distilleries including tastings of their best spirits on this day trip from Dublin.
On your private day trip from Dublin, you will:
The Boyne Valley is not only the home to some of Ireland's oldest and most famous distilleries, including the Old Kilbeggan Distillery, which dates back to 1757, and the nearby Locke's Distillery, which was established in 1757; but is also home to a number of modern distilleries that continue to make the region an important centre of whiskey making in Ireland.
The Whiskey-making tradition in the Boyne Valley has always been closely tied to the region's agricultural heritage and its access to clean water from the River Boyne. The limestone soils in the region were particularly well-suited to growing barley and other grains used to make whiskey, which many distilleries today continue to use in their production.
The River Boyne also provided a means of transporting whiskey to other parts of the country and beyond, while the nearby town of Drogheda was an important port for exporting whiskey to the rest of the world.
Embark on this whiskey-making journey to the Boyne Valley with your whiskey specialist and discover what this great region has to offer!
Please note all guests must be above the age of 18 to enter the distilleries
Whiskey is one of Ireland’s most famous exports, a billion-dollar industry deeply rooted in tradition. Some of the world’s most iconic whiskey brands are based on the Emerald Isle, and a renewed interest in this rich and complex spirit in recent years has led to a whole host of new distilleries cropping up across the country. A visit to Dublin is an ideal opportunity to get a closer look at Irish whiskey culture, and our tour allows you to learn the ins and outs of whiskey making while exploring the city, visiting 3 of the most exciting distilleries in the heart of Dublin with your expert host.
On your half-day Irish whiskey experience, you will:
Step into Dublin’s spirited past and present with a half-day whiskey journey through the Liberties, the historic heart of Ireland’s distilling tradition. Your experience kicks off at your hotel, where you will meet your host and private driver, and make your way to the vibrant corner of Dublin where, over a century ago, the streets brimmed with the aromas of malt and oak. Along the way, your expert host, a proud Dubliner and whiskey connoisseur, will point out important landmarks and share the stories behind them.
Your adventure unfolds across three of the Liberties’ most exciting distilleries, each revealing a different side of Ireland’s whiskey revival. At the first one, you’ll enjoy a spirited group cocktail workshop, experimenting with balance and flavour before sampling the house’s signature blend. The second stop brings you into a beautifully restored building where innovation meets tradition, and where whiskey and gin are reimagined with a contemporary twist. The final distillery offers a deeper dive into the renaissance of Irish whiskey, with another private tasting session that reveals how this complex spirit has captured the imagination of a new generation of makers and enthusiasts alike.
Between sips and stories, you’ll not only learn about the craft and chemistry behind whiskey production but also feel part of the rich narrative of a city that once claimed the title of whiskey capital of the world. With exclusive tastings, insider knowledge, and the ease of private transport, this intimate experience combines history, culture, and craftsmanship into an afternoon as smooth and memorable as the blends you’ll try.
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