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Meath whiskey distillery saves century-old Spanish wine casks from rubbish heap

A Meath distillery has saved 100-year-old Spanish wine barrels to reuse them in Ireland maturing whiskey. Almost 70 extremely rare Oloroso casks from Cordoba in Andalucía, southern Spain, have been shipped to Co Meath to be used potentially for ...

07 Aug 2022 at 15:43

National News

Founder of Ireland's smallest distillery hopes Unesco recognition will boost tourism

A founder of Ireland’s smallest distillery hopes recognition by Unesco can make the area a “magnet” for tourists in the coming year. Killowen Distillery sits within the aspiring Mourne-Gullion-Strangford Global Geopark in Northern Ireland. At ...

13 Jan 2023 at 10:55

National News

Adding drops of water to whiskey 'allows the spirit to breathe' - CEO of Irish distillery

While whisky with a splash of water may be a popular order at the bar, scientists say they have figured out just how big this splash should be. Adding a little water is thought to open up the flavour of the drink, but a new study suggests ...

02 May 2023 at 17:17

Lifestyle

6 ways to say sláinte to the Irish

Loved by drinkers around the world, whether you have Irish roots or not, St Patrick’s Day is the perfect excuse to dabble in some Gaelic fun. And with this annual festival landing on a Friday (March 17), the long weekend is a perfect ...

09 Mar 2023 at 07:32

Lifestyle

6 suave dark spirits to sip right now

When your weekday merlot has lost its mojo and a G&T ceases to tantalise your taste buds, chances are you’re thirsty for something with a bit more substance… a dark spirit perhaps. With depth of taste from ageing in barrel, these ...

14 Sept 2023 at 08:00

Arts & Entertainment

Dying craft of coopering to be highlighted on next week's Ear to the Ground

The dying craft of coopering is set to be highlighted on next week's Ear to the Ground. A job as a cooper - a craftsperson who makes wooden barrels - was once one of the most sought after careers in Ireland, with over five ...

19 Jan 2024 at 14:18

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Midlands Senator wants Irish whiskey removed from Russian shelves

Midlands Senator Garret Ahearn is leading a campaign to persuade one of the world's largest drinks distribution companies to remove the Jameson brand of Irish whiskey from shelves in Russia. Senator Ahearn told the ...

17 May 2023 at 08:34

National News

Ancient oak which fell in storm to live on as casks for revived whiskey brand

A 1,000-year-old Irish oak tree toppled by a storm is set to be resurrected in the form of whiskey casks. The ancient giant, with a 10-metre girth, stood tall on the grounds of Swainstown Farm in Kilmessan, Co ...

01 Apr 2024 at 11:00

Lifestyle

6 wonderful Irish whiskeys for St Patrick’s Day celebrations

A public holiday in Ireland that’s celebrated the world over, St Patrick’s Day falls on a Sunday (March 17) this year, and with a weekend roster of parades, parties and spirited fun planned, now’s the time to ...

07 Mar 2024 at 08:00

National News

'God's nectar' - Irish people crave axed 'nightclub staple' drink from their 'wonder years'

If you did your fair share, or more, of socialising in the 2010s, chances are you've seen or tasted the "God's nectar", with the once-popular nightclub staple from many people's college years since being ...

09 Jan 2024 at 16:43

Lifestyle

5 cocktails to cheer springtime

Thirsty for something to perk up your palate? When it comes to rustling up a cocktail, seasonal serves with thoughts of the great outdoors are just the ticket – with enticing flavour profiles, from ...

28 Mar 2024 at 08:00

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Irish whiskey with Tullamore links wins double honours in New York

Egan's Irish Whiskey Fortitude won Irish Whiskey of the Year at the recent New York International Spirits Competition at the end of August, the only Irish whiskey to receive a double gold, at 96 ...

19 Sept 2020 at 11:47

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