The Dubliner

“When I die, Dublin will be written in my heart” – James Joyce 1882-1941 This quote is written at the top of each label of a new liqueur to hit the shores of England this year, the deluxe blend of The Irishman. Originally launched only a few years ago, from what I can tell, it hasContinue reading “The Dubliner”

Hixter Bankside Launch New Aged Cocktail With A Twist

Renowned London bartender, Myles Davies, of the recently opened Hixter Bankside has collaborated with Jameson Irish Whiskey, creating a cocktail over the last few months by ageing his creation in a Jameson-seasoned barrel. The cocktail, Autumn Leaves is available for £9.50 and will be on sale at Hixter Bankside until the barrel runs dry. TheContinue reading “Hixter Bankside Launch New Aged Cocktail With A Twist”

Tullamore DEW Irish Whiskey Opens New Distillery

€35 million investment sees production return home after 60 years Tullamore D.E.W., the world’s second largest Irish whiskey today celebrated the opening of its new €35m distillery in its hometown of Tullamore in the Irish midlands.  As the first spirit flowed from the stills, to the cheers of hundreds of invited guests, the milestone markedContinue reading “Tullamore DEW Irish Whiskey Opens New Distillery”

Locke’s

I’ll hold my hands up, I’ve no idea how I came across this Irish whiskey and for it to end up in my possession, I simply can not remember. That doesn’t mean it should be excluded, as after doing some research on the expression, it turns out its from a rather well-known distillery. Locke’s IrishContinue reading “Locke’s”

Magners Unveils Refreshing Twist To Orchard Berries

Magners, the premium Irish Cider brand, has unveiled a fresh new look and bottle size for its popular Orchard Berries flavour – a clear 500ml bottle which shows the juicy red colour inside, packed with ripe strawberries, tangy raspberries and zesty blackcurrants. Previously named Magners Berry, the new-look Magners Orchard Berries is perfect for hotContinue reading “Magners Unveils Refreshing Twist To Orchard Berries”

Tullamore D.E.W. Raises A Glass To Celebrate Exciting New Chapters

In preparation for the opening of its new distillery this September, Tullamore D.E.W. Irish whiskey has launched the ‘Parting Glass’ campaign, a global online search for the best toasts to mark the beginning of life’s new chapters. The ‘Parting Glass’ is a time honoured way of marking the closure of one life chapter and celebratingContinue reading “Tullamore D.E.W. Raises A Glass To Celebrate Exciting New Chapters”

Cork Dry

Cork Dry Gin is not a brand you would really expect to see over here within the shores of England, Scotland and Wales, but its home country of Ireland hails it as the biggest selling gin around. A bold statement perhaps, but on the odd occasion, and especially with Ireland, a home-brew outstrips even the mostContinue reading “Cork Dry”

A St Patrick’s Weekend With Jameson

St Patrick’s day is celebrated the world over. It’s a time where all bars in the UK and USA especially, will dress to the colours of Ireland and promote their Irish offerings to the masses that will swarm through their doors. It’s inevitable, and there’s no way to escape it. To me, working in theContinue reading “A St Patrick’s Weekend With Jameson”

Irish Whiskey Cheer Continues As Jameson Reveals New Limited Edition For St. Patrick’s Day

Jameson, the world’s favourite Irish whiskey, is celebrating its rich Irish heritage ahead of St Patrick’s Day with the release of a new Limited Edition design for its iconic bottle, inspired by the sights, sounds and atmosphere of its hometown, Dublin. The new limited edition bottle, which is the fourth to be released by JamesonContinue reading “Irish Whiskey Cheer Continues As Jameson Reveals New Limited Edition For St. Patrick’s Day”

Teeling Whiskey Company

‘Bringing choice and breadth back to the Irish whiskey category through small batch releases of interesting and flavoursome bottlings. Our goal is to revive the Independant Spirit of Ireland’.  Teeling Whiskey Company and their mission when launching. It’s an interesting idea, and one that has seen them grow into a recognisable brand within the ever-growingContinue reading “Teeling Whiskey Company”