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Irish Whiskey Experience

191 Reviews

#5 of 122 things to do in Killarney

Food & Drink, Distilleries

Open Now: 10:30 - 23:30

93 New Street, Killarney, Ireland

Open today: 10:30 - 23:30

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“Whiskey and Chocolate fabulous ”

We did the whiskey and chocolate pairings which was fabulous. A couple of short videos about Irish... read more

Reviewed 3 days ago

J T

Woodstock, Georgia

via mobile

“Great experience and very fun!”

We were very amazed at how much we learned during the experience. We waited to try our individual... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

Gene-Cindy S

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“cheese tasting”(7 reviews)

“master distiller”(4 reviews)

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Blend your own Irish Whiskey, draw whiskey straight from our authentic oak cask, learn how Irish whiskey pairs perfectly with farmhouse cheese or artisan chocolate. We will take you on a journey through the wonderful world of Ireland’s native spirit...more

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Hours Today: 10:30 - 23:30

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Suggested duration: 1-2 hours

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93 New Street, Killarney, Ireland

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+353 64 663 5700

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J T

Woodstock, Georgia

Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

Whiskey and Chocolate fabulous

We did the whiskey and chocolate pairings which was fabulous. A couple of short videos about Irish Whiskey history and the making of, were interesting. Our host was knowledgeable and fun. And the choices of whiskey and chocolate were perfect together. Before the class we...More

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Gene-Cindy S

Reviewed 1 week ago

Great experience and very fun!

We were very amazed at how much we learned during the experience. We waited to try our individual own blends until we came home and couldn't believe the difference in each of our blends. Thanks for all the information and fun during the process!

Thank Gene-Cindy S

Brandi S

Bakersfield, California

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Must do!

My husband and I took the whiskey and cheese pairing class. It was a great class. We both loved learning about the history of whiskey in Ireland, and tasting the whiskey too of course! I'm not even a whiskey drinker and I enjoyed the class...More

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Ryan L

Reviewed 7 August 2018 via mobile

For Whiskey Lover - I’m a big bourbon guy

So far this bar/restaurant has one of the best bourbon lists in Ireland I’ve been to. You can find a full lineup of Pappy Van Winkle, ORVW, Lot B, and Buffalo Trace antique collection at reasonable prices! Check in with Gary and Luke when you’re...More

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Shellybean2013

Atlanta, Georgia

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Reviewed 6 August 2018

Great Experience!

My husband and I traveled with another couple and we participated in this whiskey experience with the chocolate pairing. It was great, we learned so much about whiskey and the chocolate added an interesting twist, I never would have thought of pairing whiskey with chocolate....More

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Matthew V

Reviewed 18 July 2018 via mobile

AMAZING

This place is a MUST SEE for any whiskey lover. Over 1,100 whiskeys (800 Irish whiskeys), friendly, amicable, knowledgeable staff, and an all-around great place. Gary and Cooimhe were particularly wonderful behind the bar. I will be talking about this place for the rest of...More

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janellem472

Anderson, United States

Reviewed 18 July 2018

Fabulous experience

I never knew much about whiskey but now I do. Extremely educational as well as fun. There was a small group of 8. Not at all a touristy place with bus loads of people and expectations to buy whiskey. It was a lovely place, everyone...More

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Olivia M

Reviewed 2 July 2018 via mobile

Best Library of Whiskey & Whiskey Knowledge Around

Gary was incredible and taught us more in a little over an hour than we’ve learned in a lifetime of tasting and sipping. His knowledge is second to none and the selection is heavenly. Anyone coming through Killarney needs to stop by and learn something...More

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vibha i

Reviewed 28 June 2018

Chocolate, history and Whiskey. Good combination

It was a very novel experience. Gary admirably led this chocolate- whiskey combo tasting experience with a little history thrown in. I will never be a whiskey connoisseur but thanks to this experience, I will at least know why the quality of whiskey can be...More

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GLG44432

Lisbon, Ohio

Reviewed 24 June 2018

Excellent experience

They were accommodating at the last minute for a reservation. They paired cheese with whiskey for an excellent experience and education on Irish whiskey. Great evening. Highly recommend.

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Mary L

If one of us likes tastings and the other doesn't (I can't drink a beer without catching a buzz!), is the cost the same?

15 December 2017|

Answer

It's no problem if you want to sit in for the class with a drink of your choice

Kerry B

hi what is the price of this tour and what does it involve

16 November 2016|

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The tastings range between €20 and €50, with a sampling of four different whiskeys during the course of the session. The history of irish whiskey as well as the process is explained through 2 videos as well as our guides.