Whisky & whiskey · DISTILLERY TOURS IN DUBLIN
Short of a free afternoon? These 15 distillery tours in Dublin fit into one, priced and timed so you can choose before the bar opens.
Visit Jameson Distillery Bow Street for a lively 45-minute tour led in English or French. Learn about John Jameson, whiskey making, and the old distillery buildings, then compare three whiskeys and enjoy a signature cocktail. Add the maturation warehouse visit for barrel tasting, or buy a personalized bottle.
“It was really good, a lot of history and explanation of the process”
At Jameson Distillery Bow St., your English-speaking guide leads a 45-minute tour through three rooms covering ingredients, triple distillation, and whiskey-making traditions. You’ll taste several whiskeys, receive a Jameson Ginger and Lime drink, and finish at JJ’s Bar. Guides such as Alex, Nial, Nathan, Jack, and Finn have earned special praise for their energy and humor.
“Very good experience, you get a taste test and rich history of the iconic Jamesons Whiskey 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥”
Join an English-speaking guide for a four-hour Dublin outing to Jameson Bow St. and the Guinness Storehouse. Taste Jameson whiskey, enjoy a signature drink and a pint of Guinness, and walk through historic Dublin between the two sites. Guides such as Fergus, Richard, Miriam, and Neil are known for lively local stories.
“Fun and informative tour. Jimmy was amazing, We had a great time and would definitely recommend to others.”
At Teeling Whiskey Distillery in Dublin’s Liberties, you’ll trace more than 500 years of Irish whiskey, learn the five production steps, and finish with a tasting. Guides such as Marc, Blaise, Dave, and Ivie have led engaging tours, though your guide will vary. Choose a tasting to match your interest, and stay for a cocktail or Irish coffee afterward.
“It was a friendly and very informative tour but also great fun. The tour guide Gary was excellent funny but very knowledgeable.”
At Roe & Co Distillery in Dublin’s Liberties, you’ll spend about 75 minutes learning how whiskey is blended and used in cocktails. Choose a Blending workshop to make a Whiskey Old Fashioned, or try the Flavors experience to map your taste preferences. Guides such as Andrew, Tim, and Isaac have led sessions, which are limited to four people.
“This was such a good tour and honestly well worth it! The tour is informative but so engaging, I especially loved the cocktail making class and our tour guide Andrew was very good!”
Visit Teeling’s modern Dublin 8 distillery for a one-hour guided tour with a whiskey tasting and access to its exhibition space. Guides such as Gary, Marc, Alexandra, and Gavin are known for lively storytelling. You’ll see a working three-still operation, learn how Dublin whiskey is made, and may finish with a cocktail or extra drink depending on the booking.
“Brilliant tour , guide was very informative and added humour. Whiskey was amazing 🤩”
Spend one hour at Dublin’s Roe and Co Distillery in the Liberties. Choose the Flavours cocktail workshop or Beyond the Blend whiskey session, then enjoy a Roe and Co drink in the Power House Bar. Guides such as Andrew, Luke, Isaac, Erin, Andy, and Oisin are known for lively, clear instruction.
“We really enjoyed our visit to Roe and Co, the staff were great and knowledgable, the cocktail class was fun and my cocktail tasted delicious! Would definitely recommend.”
At Jameson Distillery Bow St. in Dublin, choose a guided tasting, cocktail class, Black Barrel blending session, or Bow St. tour. Expect expert-led instruction, several whiskey samples, and a final drink. Alex, Leah, Gavin, and Kieran are among the hosts praised for making these sessions lively and easy to follow.
“Enjoyable experience, the guide was excellent , highly recommend , one of our many highlights of Dublin”
Spend one hour at Pearse Lyons Distillery in Dublin’s Liberties with an English-speaking guide such as John, Sheila, Bernard, or David. Tour a former church and graveyard, learn how small-batch whiskey is made, and taste several whiskeys plus gin. Groups are limited to eight, and the site is wheelchair accessible.
“It was a very good restauration of the building. The only good whisky was the 12 year old.”
Set out from Dublin at 6:45 am for a full day in Northern Ireland. Guides such as May, Ryan, Luke, and Quiggs combine local stories with practical timing. You’ll see Dunluce Castle, walk the Giant’s Causeway, visit the Dark Hedges, taste whiskey at Titanic Distillers, and get a short look at Belfast before returning around 7:30 pm.
“The tour of Titanic Distillery was a great finish to the day. Jarred and his driver got us where we needed to be and did a nice job reviewing the history of where we were visiting. Unfortunately with all big tours some guests just can’t find their way back to the coach at the prescribed time. With every stop we were waiting on someone to return. Fortunately on the last stop one passenger was unable to follow very clear directions and wound up missing the return from Dublin. Although Jarred didn’t do it intentionally, I’m glad we got on the road.”
Spend 45 minutes to an hour inside Dublin Liberties Distillery with a guide such as Kelly, Kate, or Kevin. You’ll hear about the Liberties and Dublin whiskey, see a working distillery, and taste Dubliner Honeycomb Liqueur, Dubliner Bourbon Cask 3YO Blend, and Liberties Whiskey Oak Devil 5YO Single Malt. A café, bar, and gift shop make it easy to linger.
“Kelly was a great guide, sharing the history of the Liberties area of Dublin, describing the whiskey making process in detail and leading us through the whiskey tasting. Pleasing to the palette and educational”
Spend 90 minutes at Jameson Distillery Bow St. with a Jameson Craft Ambassador, tasting four cask-strength whiskeys before creating your own 50ml Black Barrel blend. The class includes chocolate, sensory work, a tasting notebook, and plenty of time to mix, measure, and bottle your personal recipe.
“omg it was amazing! the staff so knowledgeable and gave you plenty of time to create your own blend”
Start with hotel pickup at 2:30pm and follow Dublin’s distillery trail in executive transport with a whiskey specialist host. Make cocktails at Roe & Co, then enjoy private tastings at Pearse Lyons and Teeling. John, one named host, is praised for city stories, whiskey knowledge, and thoughtful drop-off help.
“John was fantastic and professional. Wonderful pick up place. Great conversation. Very knowledgeable in the entire process of whiskey making. The only way to do it with top class service at each location. John understands and executes with true genuine attitude - to make sure you are comfortable and having fun with whiskey knowledge. True VIP service by dropping off at dinner and taking whiskey bottles back to the hotel to prevent carrying all the purchases. A lot of factoids and Learning about the city.”
Spend one hour in JJ’s Office at Jameson Distillery Bow St., a room reserved for this tasting. A Jameson Brand Ambassador leads you through four portfolio whiskeys, including a seasonal Maker’s Choice pour. This is a tasting only, not the Bow St. distillery tour.
“Very informative and I learnt a lot about whiskey”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Jameson Distillery Bow St. for a guided tour, three-whiskey tasting, and Jameson cocktail. Ride the Luas to Guinness Storehouse, explore its seven floors with audio guidance, and finish with a Guinness at the Gravity Bar. Guides such as Niall and Caroline bring extra humor and local context.
“Our Guide Niall was incredibly funny and the tour was magnificent. Thanks for the experience Niall :) Sláinte”
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