Visit Blackwater Distillery : Guided Tours & Experiences
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THE BLACKWATER DISTILLERY EXPERIENCE

Located within a refurbished 1950’s hardware store in Ballyduff village, West Waterford on the banks of the Blackwater River (15 mins from Lismore Castle, 35 minutes from Midleton), our new distillery is renowned nationally and internationally for its innovative approach to creating a diverse range of award-winning contemporary Irish spirits.

Our guided tour enables guests to explore our working distillery and discover the ancient art of Irish whisky and gin production. Witness the skill and passion that goes into each of our spirits. Experience first-hand the sound, smell and feel of a fully operational distillery and enjoy a tutored tasting at our gallery bar.

Whether you are interested in whisky, gin or even cocktail making, there is something for everyone on our range of tours.

Irish Gin

Guided Distillery Tour & Tasting

15 Per Person

  • Guided Tour of the distillery including the production areas
  • 1 Blackwater gin & tonic (50ml serve) to take home and enjoy later
  • Blackwater Gins tasting (No.5 & Wexford Strawberry Gin)
  • 1 Blackwater Whisky tasting (your chance to sample our latest releases)
  • Max 20 people
  • Approx. 45 mins
  • Individuals and groups welcome
  • Tours 11am & 2pm (pre-booking essential on hello@blackwaterdistillery.ie)

Come and join us at our working distillery, for a behind the scenes tour and tasting! Join a Blackwater Distillery guide to learn how centuries-old techniques are used to craft our world class collection of gin, whisky and seasonal spirits. Hear the success story of the maverick personalities behind our distillery including our founder, Peter Mulryan, and Head Distiller, John Wilcox. Enjoy a sample of our distillery’s precious new-make whisky, vodka and gins. Afterwards, head to the gallery bar to enjoy tasting our award winning spirts, with a Blackwater No.5 Gin & tonic to take home (made from real botanicals!) while overlooking the distillery floor.

Strawberry Gin

Guided Distillery Tour & Cocktail Masterclass

35 Per Person

  • Guided Tour of the distillery including the production areas
  • 1 Blackwater gin & tonic (50ml serve) to take home and enjoy later
  • Blackwater Gins tasting (No.5 & Wexford Strawberry Gin)
  • 1 Blackwater Whisky tasting (your chance to sample our latest releases)
  • Cocktail masterclass with an expert Blackwater Distillery team member  with one cocktail prepared for you, and training to create your own Blackwater cocktail
  • €5 discount voucher off any shop purchases (only redeemable on-site)
  • Min 8 people, max 20 people
  • Approx. 90 mins
  • Individuals and groups welcome
  • Time to suit, pre-booking essential on hello@blackwaterdistillery.ie

Join a Blackwater Distillery guide and learn how centuries-old techniques are used to craft our world class collection of gin, whisky and seasonal spirits. Hear the success story of the maverick personalities behind our distillery, including our founder, Peter Mulryan, and Head Distiller, John Wilcox. Touch & smell the botanicals and hear the stories behind Ireland’s best range of gins. Then meet our expert mixologist in our gallery bar for a cocktail masterclass where you will enjoy a Blackwater cocktail and, under their guidance, make your own Blackwater cocktail.

Receive a Blackwater No.5 Gin & tonic to take home (made from real botanicals!).

GENERAL INFORMATION:

  • Smoking is not permitted within 300 metres of the distillery. This includes all vapes and e-cigarettes.
  • Our premises are fully wheelchair accessible. If you have any specific access requirements, please contact us in advance and we will do our best to help you.
  • Blackwater Distillery is ideally suited to adults. All guests will be accompanied by a Blackwater Distillery employee for the duration of their visit.
  • Children aged 0-17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Under no circumstances can children partake in alcohol tasting sessions or master classes.
  • AGE ID may be required and must be presented upon request.
  • The distillery is an industrial setting. Guests must be dressed appropriately.
  • This is a working distillery. Noise and heat (especially in summer) are to be expected.

For more information:

Tel: +353 (0)58 60732
Email: hello@blackwaterdistillery.ie