Irish Whiskey News & Stories

  Craft work: Carpenter-turned cooper at Cork distillery honing his skills  Derek Cronin has become just the second cooper in almost half a century to be appointed to Irish Distillers’ facility in Cork Like the whiskeys he’ll help produce, he’s a rare breed. A carpenter who has become just the second cooper in almost half a century to be appointed to Irish Distillers’ massive distillery in Cork says he hopes to play his part in keeping the ancient craft alive. “I’m looking forward to doing a good day’s work, day in day out, and to keeping the story of Irish...

The Revival Of Premium Irish Whiskey Paul Caputo Contributor  Writing about wine, spirits and related travel and hospitality. Mar 15, 2024,01:30pm EDT The Emerald Isle, the world's most expensive Irish whiskey. THE CRAFT IRISH WHISKEY COMPANY In January of this year, a small-batch Irish whiskey broke records and became the world’s most expensive, raising $2.8 million at auction. One of just seven in existence, the single bottle is part of the Emerald Isle collection, a set of ultra-rare, triple distilled single malt whiskies released by the Craft Irish Whiskey Co., in partnership with Fabergé. Aged in cask for three decades, it...

PHOTO GETTY IMAGES/HISPANOLISTIC   The 40 Best Irish Whiskeys Under $50 March 8, 2024 –––––– Jonny McCormick We firmly subscribe to the notion that Irish whiskey should be consumed all year round and not just one day a year, so with St. Patrick's Day in the rearview mirror, we figured your home Irish whiskey selection might need a bit of restocking. So here’s our whiskey version of Johnny Cash’s “Forty Shades of Green”—in the shape of 40 wallet-friendly Irish whiskeys. The 40 Best Irish Whiskeys Under $50 94 Limavady Single Barrel, 46%. $50This butterscotch and candied peel-tasting single malt made our Top 20. 93 Kilbeggan Single...

In May 2023 the IWSA had the pleasure of visiting Slane Castle and Slane Distillery. We were treated to outstanding tours and an overall wonderful experience which included meeting with founder Alex Conyngham. Pictures and a summary of our trip can be found here. In a new interview, Alex discusses the current status and future of both Slane Distillery and Irish Whiskey. “The ultra-premium category is going to grow” – Brown-Forman Irish whiskey brand Slane eyes opportunities Slane co-founder Alex Conyngham has an “ambition” for the Irish whiskey brand to grow to 1m cases. Fiona Holland  April 2, 2024 Slane founder,...

Going Green is a Saint Patrick's Day tradition. Did you know blue was the original color associated with the holiday due to its link to Saint Patrick? As the holiday's popularity grew over time in America, the green takeover took root. The shift is attributed to several factors including Ireland's links to the shamrock, Emerald Isle nickname, and its flag. Over half of Americans celebrate Paddy's Day and around 80% will wear green. Maybe it's to avoid being pinched by a Leprechaun. The fun folklore tradition says wearing green makes you invisible to Leprechauns. The Irish Whiskey industry is also...