Whiskey

  Killarney will raise a glass to amazing liquids as the inaugural Kerry Drinks Festival makes its debut on Saturday, 15th November 2025, at Killarney Racecourse. A celebration of flavour and craftsmanship, the festival promises a one-of-a-kind tasting experience, showcasing the rich diversity of the country's drinks industry—from whiskeys and gins to craft beers, ciders, vodkas, liqueurs, and much more. Proudly sponsored...

County Kerry has lots to offer beyond its gorgeous mountain-to-sea scenery, so don’t wait until spring to explore it. Beautiful County Kerry is well known for its stunning landscape that includes the scenic Ring of Kerry and Ireland’s highest mountain range, the MacGillyCuddy’s Reeks. But it’s not all about the great outdoors. With indoor attractions ranging from brewery tours to...

With both International Women’s Day and International Whiskey Day coming up, it’s timely to celebrate Irish women blazing a trail in the whiskey industry. In Ireland, the world of whiskey has traditionally been perceived as male territory but in recent years several talented women have been making significant contributions across the fields of distilling, blending and whiskey bonding. June O’Connell –...

    For a memorable experience, combine unique food and drink experiences with exploration of Ireland’s gorgeous landscapes.   Ireland’s culinary culture is so much more than stews and soda bread (delicious though they are). Lovers of fine food can find superb restaurants, fabulous food trails, and experiences that celebrate the island’s world-class produce which is making a name for itself internationally.   Irish beef,...

A Taste of History: The story behind a timeless County Kerry whiskey Discover a place where the past blends seamlessly with the present at this lakeside distillery, steeped in connections to one of Ireland’s most famous political figures… Maurice O’Connell of Wayward Irish Spirits is a busy man, but he always finds time to talk about his “three-times great grand-uncle” Dan,...