Ireland · WHISKEY DISTILLERIES IN CORK
Every Irish itinerary has one free day too few. These 12 whiskey distilleries in Cork justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
A guided Jameson Experience in Midleton, Cork, with a restored 19th-century cask warehouse and a comparative whiskey tasting in the bar.
“Absolutely a great tour. The history and settings are perfect. It was fun and informative. The tastings were beautiful. Guide was amazing. Would highly recommend this tour.”
Midleton Distillery in Cork: see the old and new whiskey process, spot the largest copper pot still, then taste 3 whiskeys with a cocktail.
“We had a great time on the tour. Michael was a wonderful guide! We learned a lot and loved tasting the whiskey.”
A one hour, owner-led Rebel City Distillery tour in Cork with gin and tonic, neat samples, Indian botanicals, and a guided tasting.
“This tour was awesome! It was great getting to talk to Bhagya, and I loved how personal the whole experience was. I highly recommend for those interested, especially since it is one of the easier walks (compared to other distillery experiences).”
Choose a Jameson experience at Midleton Distillery in Cork, with guided history, whiskey tasting, and hands-on cocktail making.
“Lovely experience for those who love to drink :) Our tour guide was very energetic and informative on flavors to make the perfect drink.”
Clonakilty Distillery in Cork offers a small-group tour and classic whiskey tasting, with two award-winning pours in about 75 minutes.
“Missed your and customer service ( Joan) couldn’t direct me when I called for assistance as I thought your left from cobh, and I called and she started reply, then she said she needed time, and never completed my help request. I then rushed to Midleton to take private tour with me daughter. Refund is kindly requested please”
Cobh shore tour to Blarney Castle, Cork city sights, Kinsale forts, and the Jameson Distillery, with admissions and WiFi included.
“Excellent Day in Cork. .Joe was knowledgable, entertaining and accommodating. First class service all day”
Cork cocktail masterclass at Rebel City Distillery: founder-led tour, gin and tonic on arrival, learn mixing, make two custom cocktails.
“It is a lot of fun!! We were traveling from the US - the other participants in our group were locals- who gave us so many great places to go!! The proprietors are adorable and the gin was quite tasty! Learned a lot about spirits and laughed along the way!!”
Tour Cork City’s Rebel City Distillery: gin and tonic welcome, Maharani gin tasting, Ireland's only absinthe, 75 minutes, $32.
“We loved the story telling, the sort of the brand, our hosts enthusiastic and genuine quality,, the space we met was interesting and authentic..”
Small-group Cork day trip: Blarney Castle, Cork city drive, and Midleton Jameson whiskey tasting with included tickets, pickup, and mobile entry.
“Mary Sol was so professional and very informative. We had two small children with us and she would make sure to include them as well. Thank you Mary Sol for your kindness as well.”
Go behind the scenes at Midleton Distillery in Cork with an extended tour and premium tastings, plus stops like the cooperage and Distiller’s Cottage.
“Joe was an excellent guide, we really enjoyed learning about the history of the old distillery and the samples. Fantastic time and would highly recommend”
Private limousine day trip from Cobh or Cork to Blarney Castle, Jameson at Midleton Distillery, and Titanic-linked Cobh.
“Interesting to see how the Irish Whiskey was made. We had a fantastic tour guide at the distillery. She was so knowledgeable and it probably helped that she liked her whiskey!”
Clonakilty Distillery tour and classic whiskey tasting in Munster, Ireland. Small groups, working distillery walk-through, 2x20ml pours.
“Very friendly guide, only downside is that there is no translation into French.”
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