Premium Irish Whiskey Tasting Hosted by Local Dublin Expert
Description
Experience Irish Whiskey caters for all levels of the modern day aficionado. We offer 6 whiskies which are all premium Irish whiskey styles and carry their own amazing brand story. With vast experience under his belt Derek will be versatile in his delivery and cater for all knowledge and whiskey experience levels. The experience carries 6 whiskies where you are guided through by a whiskey professional. The only thing separating the whiskey on offer will be the age, rarity or style of the whiskey. A welcome drink in the form of a whiskey cocktail as well as drinking water will be provided. By remaining in the comfort of the traditional pub you can really become acquainted with the beautiful drinks on your tasting mat and engage fully with your host and whiskey professional Derek. Derek will be happy to answer any questions and will love to interact about Irish pub culture and traditions-His other passion. No other whiskey experience immerses the guest as we do here at EIW
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Over 18's only
Reviews(85)
We booked this experience as a large group of friends who got together for a 40th birthday and had a brilliant time. The group was a mix of whiskey connoisseurs and those of us who would have previously described whiskey as "burning and unpleasant" however we all loved this experience. We learned so much about whiskey (the process, history, business, etc) and laughed so much; Derek was great craic and a knowledgeable host. We all also ended up trying all of the whiskeys and dare I say it, even the non whiskey drinkers enjoyed them immensely. He may have even converted a few of us! Even the connoisseurs found a few new favourites that they had previously never come across. I'd highly recommend this experience for everyone to try, regardless of your previous experience with whiskey.
We throughly enjoyed our guided tasting in Galway at MP Walsh with Derek. His obvious extensive knowledge of the history and distillation process of whiskey and outgoing personality make him a gracious host, I highly recommend this program.
This is such a lovely review to read! It really was my pleasure, the group were great fun! Thanks so much again! Slainte!!
Derek was exceptionally knowledgeable at our Tasting at JP Walsh Bar in Galway. It was a fun, interactive & educational experience and I thoroughly enjoyed it!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a lovely review!! What a lovely evening it was in MP’s!! Hope you guys had a great time in Galway! Slainte!!
Excellent tasting, really knowledgable and a great selection!
Thanks so much for the very kind words!!! So happy you enjoyed the 🥃 Slainte!!
We booked Derek for a stag. Derek’s Irish whiskey tasting was exceptional. His knowledge of both the Irish and global whiskey scene is deep, current and genuinely impressive, yet he makes it accessible whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned enthusiast. This was far more than a lecture. Derek created an engaging, interactive experience, with open conversation, thoughtful back-and-forth and room for every question. Whatever was put to him, he answered with ease, drawing on history, culture, industry insight and a remarkable understanding of the product itself. You leave with a richer appreciation of Irish whiskey, and with no doubt that Derek is one of Ireland’s leading whiskey experts.
If Carlsberg did reviews! Thanks so much Donal, it was an absolute pleasure hosting you guys yet again! Repeat business means the most to me! Genuinely lovely review!! Slainte!
Derek is extraordinarily knowledgeable about the history of Irish whisky and its evolution over time - including some of the newest movers and shakers on the Irish whisky scene. Treat yourself to this experience - you won’t regret it. Can’t recommend this highly enough!!
Hi Katie! Thank you so much for the lovely words! I hope you guys enjoyed Dublin! Your review means so much! Slainte!!
I‘m not a big Whiskey drinker at all, but our tasting experience (+ Irish coffee making class!) was really amazing. Super entertaining story-telling and valuable bottles from his personal collection. Would love to learn more next time I’m in Dublin and would highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in the history and making of Whiskey!😍
What a lovely review! Thank you so much and hopefully we see you guys at a tasting very soon! It would be a pleasure! Slainte!!
Derek is awesome and very knowledgeable. Great storyteller and very passionate
Very kind words and thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the 🥃 Slainte!!
Operator was a no show with no communications at all- waste of time, expecting a refund - bar host said he was double booked with another tour at another time at another bar
Hi Michael! After working through all of our bookings here I am struggling to find where you had booked. Possibly a different company but we certainly did not double book as we use an auto block across all platforms after one booking is made. I hope you get to the bottom of it Slainte!!
Can't say enough about Derek and his fantastic Irish Whiskey Tasting experience. We were return customers, as my husband and I did the Irish Coffee Making class during our visit in Jan '24. This time we brought at group of friends for our own private tasting in the exclusive Michael Collins room at the iconic Bank Bar and saying it did not disappoint is a HUGE understatement. Derek is extremely knowledgeable, patient, kind and very entertaining. The whiskies were diverse and delicious. We will be back again for certain.
This is such a lovely review and it was so lovely to see you guys again in Dublin! I enjoyed the chats and whiskeys in equal measure 🙌🏻🥃 I really appreciate the kind words! Thanks so much again!! Slainte!!
