CORK · WHISKY TOURS
The ones worth the trip.
The 12 cork whisky tours worth clearing a day for. The distillery visits, tasting rooms and behind-the-still tours travellers rate highest, with what each pour costs and who pours it.
Tour Midleton Distillery in Cork with the Jameson Experience: see historic production, tour casks, and enjoy a tutored whiskey tasting.
Most Popular“Highly recommend . Tour master was great with good information and eager to answer questions. Tastings were wonderful and after drink with other travelers sharing experience was fun.”
Midleton Distillery Experience in Cork: guided tour, signature cocktail, and 3-part whiskey tasting, including Angels Share and pot still views.
“We enjoyed the tour more than we expected and would highly recommend it to friends.”
One-hour Rebel City Distillery tour in Cork with gin and tonic, neat gin and absinthe, and a guided walkthrough in a former Ford factory.
“Such a fascinating tour of an independent distillery with a very cool and progressive ethos. Bhagya was so knowledgeable and educated me on the history of gin and Cork itself. Really enjoyed ourselves, will definitely be back!”
Choose a 1-hour Midleton Distillery Jameson experience in Cork: behind-the-scenes tastings, cocktail class, or guided whiskey tour.
“Lovely experience for those who love to drink :) Our tour guide was very energetic and informative on flavors to make the perfect drink.”
Small-group Clonakilty Distillery tour with a guided whiskey tasting. Learn how Irish whiskey is made, plus time-saving booking in advance.
“Missed your and customer service ( Joan) couldn’t direct me when I called for assistance as I thought your left from cobh, and I called and she started reply, then she said she needed time, and never completed my help request. I then rushed to Midleton to take private tour with me daughter. Refund is…”
Founder-led gin distillery tour in Cork with a welcome G&T and hands-on cocktail masterclass where you create two bespoke drinks.
“The atmosphere was fantastic, and it was fascinating to see the distillery and the setup they have in place. The cocktails were all delicious and unique—definitely not your typical gin. It’s clear they’ve put a lot of thought into the different spices they use to create their blends. The highlight of the experience for both…”
A 75-minute guided craft distillery tour in Cork with a welcome gin & tonic, neat tastings, and Ireland’s only absinthe.
“Absolutely amazing! Coming here, do not expect a huge distillery, but rather a personal and heartfelt experience. This is a small, local, up and coming business that is passionate about what they are doing. Bhagya (the co-founder) lead us through the history and the processes of the distillery. You get a complimentary drink and get…”
Small-group Cork day trip: Blarney Castle, English Market sights, and a Jameson tasting at Midleton Distillery.
“Mary Sol was so professional and very informative. We had two small children with us and she would make sure to include them as well. Thank you Mary Sol for your kindness as well.”
Go behind the scenes at Midleton Distillery in Cork with an extended tour and premium whiskey tasting, plus a special Distiller’s Cottage visit.
“Joe was an excellent guide, we really enjoyed learning about the history of the old distillery and the samples. Fantastic time and would highly recommend”
Private full-day Cork tour with Kinsale and Jameson Distillery. Hotel pickup, fort views, cathedral bells, and included whiskey tasting.
“Our original assigned driver canceled at the last minute so we were sent a replacement. He was on time and very nice. Since it was a private tour he suggested alterations to the schedule we all agreed on a new plan. He was very accommodating. Only bad comment, he was more a chauffeur than tour…”
Make and taste three Jameson cocktails in a dedicated room at Midleton Distillery in Cork, with an expert host and a recipe book.
“We had a lot of fun. Ben was an amazing person. He was so patient and welcoming. he taught us to make 2 cocktails 🍸 whiskey sour and old fashioned. he also gave us another drink he made. It was an amazing experience.”
Guided Midleton Distillery tasting of four premium Irish whiskeys with a whiskey expert in Cork’s Jameson home. 25 minutes.
“The ambience but particularly the staff —- magic”
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