# Blackwater Distillery > Ireland's most innovative micro-distillery, based in beautiful West Waterford ## Posts - [Part 1: Peat the Magic Dragon](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/part-1-peat-the-magic-dragon/): Now mostly we’re known for pointing out at length the many shortcomings of the 2014 Irish Whiskey Technical File, particularly when it comes to defining pot still Irish whisky. So I thought, when it came to a single barrel release, let’s play nice and start with something totally uncontroversial; a single malt. After all this time last year we released a four pack of historic pot still whiskies that we couldn’t call historic pot still whiskies*, so this would be a nice change… I mean it’s 100% malted barley, how could we upset anyone! Therefore say hello to ‘Peat the Magic Dragon‘ - [Ireland’s Newest Oldest Spirit](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/irelands-newest-oldest-spirit/): Where to begin with Irish Poitín? For a start it’s where we began, this bottle was the first spirit we ever distilled. Cloudy from a couple of months in a sherried quarter cask, full of chocolate malt and rye it was epic stuff. This bottle was to be the first in a series of collaborations, however the Spirits Act 1880 and a new technical file drawn up by people who wouldn’t be seen dead drinking Poitín, meant that the project was dead on arrival. So if you ever see a bottle up for auction – BUY IT. A few years later, we went - [A Dó - Adventures in Irish Poitín](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/a-do/): A Dó, from the Irish for ‘two’ is a collaboration between two distilleries, Blackwater in Co Waterford and Killowen in Co Down. Two distinct styles married in one spirit. Although both distilleries operate in separate jurisdictions, Blackwater in the Republic and Killowen in Northern Ireland, the rules governing poteen are all-island. A Dó is literally the distilled spirit of cooperation and friendship. It’s also the celebration of poteen, a category that after years in the wilderness is finally finding its feet. So how does the collaboration work? John at Blackwater Distillery Barley is the spine of the drink, so Blackwater - [Podcast](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/podcast/): Whisky Republic from Blackwater Distillery isn’t just about whisky, it’s brings you information and opinion on the world of spirits. If you can distill it, we’ll talk about it. Season 1 Episode 3 –Don’t purchase a cask of whisky until you listen to this! So you want to buy a cask of whisk(e)y! Then ask yourself why. Is it to make money, or is it to have fun? If it’s the former, whisky writer Ian Buxton asks if you have you really thought it through? If it’s the latter then Serghios Florides editor of Irish Whiskey Magazine, might be able - [Towards a Grand Cru for Irish Whiskey](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/towards-a-grand-cru-for-irish-whiskey/): I admit it. ‘Grand Cru’ is a pretty shit name for anything Irish. But it gets the idea of a ‘superior grade’ across in a couple of words, so it will do for now. Why you may ask do we need a superior grade of Irish whiskey? A fair question, so let me explain. The Irish Whiskey Technical File was largely a crystallisation of what the industry looked like in 2014. So not surprisingly it is built to fit the needs and the business model of the distilleries and the brands operating at the time. Since then the industry has - [Maturation: Irish Whiskey and the Three Year Myth](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/the-three-year-myth/): Have you ever watched a magician do a trick? It’s all about slight of hand. You are looking at the wand, or the hat, or the woman in fishnets; your attention is being drawn to one thing, to distract you from something else. As Covid has us re-evaluating everything from how we work, to how we play; it stuck me as a good time to examine the validity of many of the ‘truths’ about Irish whiskey. How many serve a purpose, and how many are little more than slight of hand? Take the minimum three-year maturation period for whiskeys sold - [Fool’s Gold? Investing in Irish Whiskey Casks](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/fools-gold/): We’re in the middle of a gold rush. A liquid gold rush. From three distilleries on the island of Ireland to over thirty, and all in the lifetime of my second-hand Renault Laguna. In any gold rush, some stand to make a fortune, but most will end up grubbing in the mud or rushing to the pawn brokers laden down with fool’s gold. Prospecting for whiskey yesterday Of late my social media timeline has got clogged with more and more companies equating whiskey with a financial return. Buying Irish whiskey is a sure thing we are told. Your investment will - [The Evolution of Pot Still Irish Whiskey and Other Myths](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/response/): Earlier this week you may have seen this tweet: Which just might have something to do with a series of blog posts I wrote on the vexed subject of Pot Still Irish, that historic mixed mash bill whiskey that’s been with us since at least the 18th Century. Then again their blog might just be a huge coincidence. Either way, the Irish Distillers piece sets up the narrative quite nicely: ‘The Irish Whiskey Technical File lists that Irish Pot Still Whiskey must be made from a mash which contains a minimum of 30% malted barley and a minimum of 30% unmalted barley, with up - [The Heritage Grain Project #1](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/the-heritage-grain-project-1/): There are a couple of questions I get asked all the time. What is the difference between Irish and Scotch? Why do Irish whiskies all taste the same? We, whiskey snobs, can roll our eyes all we want, but those questions are more valid than you first might think. Remember most Americans believe Irish is a form of Scotch; as for the difference between Single Malt, Single Pot Still, Blend, Bourbon etc; well they’re all brown aren’t they? So back to question 1. What is the difference between Scotch and Irish? Forget the usual tropes, Irish Whiskey doesn’t have to - [Pot Still Irish: Our Stolen Heritage #3](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/heritage-3/): This is like a box set, welcome to part III, the story so far can be got here and here. Or the pre-title teaser goes like this: In previous episodes we started to build our case exploring how the Technical File for Pot Still Irish Whiskey which underpins the G.I. was drawn up in 2014 not to protect the category, but rather to protect two pre-existing brands… Episode 3 The One with the Smoking Gun Let’s start with what a G.I. (Geographic Indicator) actually is and why it’s important. ‘The geographical indication identifies a spirit drink as originating in the territory of a country, or - [Pot Still Irish: Our Stolen Heritage #2](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/heritage-2/): Here are a couple of timely questions that are worth exploring, as they tie into our ongoing work at the distillery. Mark Reynier of Waterford Distillery recently asked a couple of pretty fundamental questions that have been taxing me since I read the original draft of the Technical File. What’s the real traditional flavour of Irish whiskey? How do today’s spirits compare to previous times? When we talk about traditional whiskey, we are of course talking about Pot Still Irish whiskey, a mixed mash bill of malted barley, unmalted barley and other grains. As to how it compares to what passes today as - [Pot Still Irish: Our Stolen Heritage Part 1](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/our-stolen-heritage/): Ah Pot Still Irish whiskey, that historic mix of malted, unmalted barley and other grains that’s uniquely Irish, I mean what’s not to love? Redbreast carries the standard, it’s a bloody fine whiskey, possibly the best Irish out there. Green Spot (along with yellow and red), again Single Pot Still Irish whiskeys and again awesome. No problem here. Nothing to see folks, just buy this gift pack… which I did. According to a stylish insert, I am holding nothing less than ‘a reflection of Irish Whiskey as it used to be.’ The official Redbreast website is even more confident: ‘This is the traditional way - [Blather & Twaddle: How to Read a Label](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/blather-twaddle/): This is a great time of the year to reflect on this, ponder that, and twaddle on about the other. So let’s just do the latter. In 2016 a tsunami of new Irish gins and whiskies have hit the shelves, all looking to be loved, or at least bought once. So to help you dear consumer, here is our guide to navigating your way around those carefully worded labels. The lost art of what you see is what you get labels. Small Batch A more utterly meaningless pair of words would be hard to put together (ok I will make - [Poteen: The Spirit of Ireland](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/poteen-the-spirit-of-ireland/): This week a car load of unannounced German tourists turned up looking for a tour. Here two things need explaining, firstly we are not open to the public and secondly, we are in quite possibly the ugliest industrial unit in Ireland. As they staggered, blinking towards the door, I could see this was not quite the ‘Irish Distillery Experience‘ they were expecting. For the sake of strained Irish-German relations I showed them around (which didn’t take long) and they asked a great question: ‘What is poteen?’ God how I hate that question. It’s like that moment you know the movie/book/TV - [Poteen](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/poteen/): On a warm Tuesday in early April, we bottled the first spirit ever distilled at Blackwater Distillery. It had been in wood for 8 weeks. Interestingly this spirit didn’t start life as an Irish Poteen, because when we fired up the stills on that cold February morning the GI, or bible for this most abused of spirits, hadn’t been finalised. But now it has and after decades of neglect like it or not, we have a definition to work with. So what is a Poteen? According to the Technical File published by the Irish Department of Agriculture, Poteen ‘is a - [Launch](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/launch/): On Friday 27th March, Minister for State Ann Phelan officially opened Blackwater Distillery. Was the end of the beginning, or the beginning of the end? No one thought to ask. We were having far too much fun. Although we had planned to be open for Christmas, it was February before we were distilling and March before we were trading. In that short time Blackwater No.5 Gin became the UK Craft Gin Club’s ‘gin of the month‘ and went on sale in Germany. We also turned an IPA into a vodka, an oatmeal stout into a Poteen, and water into wine - [Vexatious ‘E’](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/vexatious-e/): Right. This might take a while so grab a coffee and put your feet up. Here’s a virtual one in case you are stuck on a bus, you’ll thank me in around 400 words. Now if ever there was a storm in a coffee cup, it’s the spelling of the word Whisky/Whiskey. There’s some real nonsense out there on the interweb. It has nothing to do with Scots Gaelic Vs Irish Gaelic and everything to do with marketing. If we pop into our tweed powered Tardis for a moment and whip back through time, we quickly realise that formalised spellings ## Pages - [Terms and Conditions](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/terms-and-conditions/): Terms and Conditions Last updated: November 26, 2025 Please read these terms and conditions carefully before using Our Service. Interpretation and Definitions Interpretation The words whose initial letters are capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural. Definitions For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions: Affiliate means an entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party, where “control” means ownership of 50% or more of the shares, equity interest or other securities entitled to vote for - [Dawn West](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/who-we-are/dawn-west/): Dawn West Production Line Manager A native of Bury, Lancashire, Dawn has spent most of her working life in the wonderfully unpredictable world of manufacturing. She somehow ended up with an Honours degree in both Textile Technology and Print Making and Contemporary Practice – neither of which, it turns out, offer much guidance on coaxing spirits from still to bottle. But Dawn does it anyway and has a brilliant time along the way. dawn@blackwaterdistillery.ie - [Ailish Browne](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/who-we-are/ailish-browne/): Ailish Browne Accounts accounts@blackwaterdistillery.ie - [Silvia Torresi](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/who-we-are/silvia-torresi/): silvia-torresi Gin Distiller & Sustainability Manager silvia@blackwaterdistillery.ie - [Whiskey](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/our-spirits/whiskey/): We Make Irish Whisky the old fashioned way While our Irish whisky won’t be released until 2022, right now we are in the heat of production. We’re distilling Single Malt and Traditional Pot Still Irish whisky the old-fashioned way, with every precious drop made with 100% Irish barley, oats, wheat and rye. Old Fashioned Single Malt & Pot Still Irish Whisky When we say we make Irish whisky the old fashioned way, we actually mean it. Until 2014 Pot Still Irish whisky was always made from a mixed mash bill; so malt, barley and other grains like oats, wheat and - [Share Your Experience](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/share-your-experience/): We appreciate your presence it was a pleasure having you on board We hope your time with us was smooth and unforgettable. We’d love to hear your thoughts! What others say Write on Google Write on Facebook Write on Tripadvisor Our Tours View All Tours Per Person€35 Group Size2 – 20 Duration45 View Large Tour The Blackwater Distillery Experience Located within a refurbished 1950’s hardware store in Ballyduff village, West Waterford on the banks of the … Book Now Explore More Per Person€35 Group Size5 – 20 Duration90 View Large Tour Guided Distillery Tour & Cocktail Masterclass Join us at - [Landing Page](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/landing-page/): Welcome to Blackwater Distillery Ireland’s most innovative craft distillery Book Now Pause Video About Us Blackwater Distillery is situated on the banks of the Blackwater River, in the village of Ballyduff Upper in beautiful West Waterford. Established in 2014, we craft a range of spirits including our award-winning gins, vodka and traditional pot still Irish whisky. Visit us for tours, tastings and masterclasses. 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. our awards Testimonials Our - [Delivery and Returns](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/delivery-and-returns/): PLEASE NOTE ALL DELIVERIES MADE BY UPS   If you have any queries about your order you can contact our team directly at hello@blackwaterdistillery.ie or 058 60732 (Please note this phone is not currently attended as staff are working from home) please have your order number ready to quote so we can deal with your query as quickly as possible. Free delivery for all orders over €60 across the ROI and gift vouchers cannot be included in the basket total to qualify for free delivery. 1. Delivery Details Deliveries to the Republic of Ireland are €6.95 for standard delivery (normally within - [Thank You](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/thank-you-contact/): Thank You For Reaching Out! We’ll Be In Touch Shortly! Blackwater Distillery Team Back to Homepage our tours Blackwater Distillery is set in scenic Ballyduff Village, at the heart of Ireland’s hidden gem—the Blackwater Region. Explore more Our Store Discover the spirit of Ireland at Blackwater Distillery—crafting bold flavors on the banks of the Blackwater River. Explore more News Catch up on the latest from Blackwater Distillery – whiskey news, blog stories, tastings, releases and more. Explore more - [Thank You](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/thank-you-newsletter/): Thank You For Signing Up! We’ll Be In Touch Shortly! Blackwater Distillery Team Back to Homepage our tours Blackwater Distillery is set in scenic Ballyduff Village, at the heart of Ireland’s hidden gem—the Blackwater Region. Explore more Our Store Discover the spirit of Ireland at Blackwater Distillery—crafting bold flavors on the banks of the Blackwater River. Explore more News Catch up on the latest from Blackwater Distillery – whiskey news, blog stories, tastings, releases and more. Explore more - [Gin](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/our-spirits/gin/): Meet the Classic Blackwater No. 5 Gin Distilled from the purest spirit, the finest botanicals and soft local water, this is a classic gin balancing the confidence of juniper with coriander, warm cinnamon and zesty lemon. Blackwater No. 5 Gin is crisp and elegant, great as a G&T, and excellent in a cocktail. We designed Blackwater No. 5 Gin from top to bottom using only the botanicals imported into Ireland by Whites of Waterford during the 19th century. Of the twelve botanicals used, ten are classic while two are rather special and probably unique to Blackwater No.5 Gin. All are - [Vodka](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/our-spirits/vodka/): Blackwater Copper Pot Still Vodka Some say that ‘Vodka is just Vodka’ but here at Blackwater Distillery we knowthat isn’t so. Why is our vodka special? We distil it in our copper pot still and never makemore than 400 litres at a time. Now that’s small batch. And after distillation all we add is soft Waterford water. This gives our vodkaits wonderfully smooth character. Distilled enough, filtered plenty. Nothing else matters Shop Now Blackwater Vanilla Vodka Blackwater Vanillia Vodka is perfect for those with a kink for mixology. We distil from pure natural ingredients, and don’t add any sugar or - [A Little History](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/a-little-history/): A Little History The distillery takes its name from the nearby Blackwater River. Its Irish name is ‘An Abhainn Mhor’ which means ‘The Big River’. And big it certainly is. Sometimes referred to as the Munster Blackwater, it rises on the Cork, Kerry border and flows due east into Waterford, flowing past the distillery in Ballyduff. It makes an abrupt right turn at Cappoquin, is joined by its tributary river, the Bride, and flows into the sea at Youghal. Where the Blackwater Meets the World It is the historic connection between waterford and more exotic climes that inspires our gins. - [Our Tours](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/our-tours/): Our Distillery Tours   Per Person €35Group Size 2 – 20 Duration 45 View Large Tour The blackwater distillery experience Located within a refurbished 1950’s hardware store in Ballyduff village, West Waterford on the banks of the … Book Now Explore More Per Person €35Group Size 5 – 20 Duration 90 View Large Tour Guided Distillery Tour & Cocktail Masterclass Join us at Blackwater Distillery and learn how centuries-old techniques are used to craft our world class coll… Book Now Explore More - [John Wilcox](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/who-we-are/john-wilcox/): John Wilcox Head Distiller John jumped across the pond in late 2018 to join the Blackwater team. With over a decade working in the craft spirits sector in the US, he brings to Blackwater a diverse portfolio of experience and ideas. He specialises in mixed grain whisky, and is particularly excited about the continued evolution of the whisky category in Ireland. John is proud to call Ireland home, and considers it an honour to be part of the movement to revive heritage Irish whisky styles. In his free time, John battles demons, explores forgotten ruins, and, time permitting, slays dragons. - [Caroline Senior](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/who-we-are/caroline-senior/): Caroline Senior Founder & COO Caroline Senior brings years of organisational expertise to the Blackwater team. In her time as Artistic Director at Garter Lane Arts Centre in Waterford, she was responsible for the complete refurbishment of the theatre, and produced and toured several theatre productions with Waterford playwright, Jim Nolan. She brought these skills to the refurbishment of the distillery’s new home and visitor’s centre in 2017-18, transforming a former 1950s hardware store in the heart of Ballyduff Upper. A former member of the Arts Council and a classically trained musician, Caroline plays piano and cello, and is relishing - [Barry Donnellan](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/who-we-are/barry-donnellan/): Barry Donnellan Director Over 25 years working in the television industry as a cameraman, Barry has been lucky to have travelled the world doing what he’s loved since the age of 16. It’s this job and the inclement Irish weather that he has to thank for his involvement in Blackwater Distillery. It all started on a wet stormy Kerry beach in 2014, when then-RTE producer Peter Mulryan told of his plans to open a distillery. Barry jumped at the chance of this new adventure and joined him as one of the co-founders and directors in the company. As a committed - [Leslie Fitzell](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/who-we-are/leslie-fitzell/): Leslie Fitzell Non-Executive Director Joining the Blackwater Team in 2019, Leslie is Non Executive Director and provides strategic advice to the board and management team. He brings a breadth and depth of experience across food and drink, having worked in a range of international strategy, marketing and commercial roles in companies including Unilever, Bass, United Distillers and over 20 years at Seagram/Pernod Ricard. Leslie left Chivas Brothers, Pernod Ricard’s largest global brand company in 2018 where he was Board director with responsibilities for Strategy & Development covering the scotch and gin portfolio. Today, Leslie lives outside London and specialises in - [Our Location](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/our-location/): Explore the Area Our distillery is located in picturesque Ballyduff village in West Waterford, in the heart of one of Ireland’s best kept secrets, the Blackwater Valley. If you decide to come and visit us, then you will have a an abundance of places to eat, drink and visit in the surrounding areas. It really is a special place – to help you make the most of your visit we have put together a small guide to just some of our favourite places along the way. Today the Blackwater is famous the world over as a salmon river, but for - [FAQ](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/faq/): Frequently Asked Questions Welcome to Blackwater Distillery! We’re delighted to have you here. Below, you’ll find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about our distillery tours, craft spirits, and visitor experiences. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, feel free to reach out to us directly—we’re always happy to help! Where is Blackwater Distillery located? We’re located in the picturesque village of Ballyduff, County Waterford, Ireland—right on the banks of the River Blackwater. Do you offer distillery tours? Yes! We offer guided tours where you can explore our distillation process, learn about our craft, and enjoy - [Visit Us](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/visit-us/): 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 - [Our Spirits](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/our-spirits/): WHISKY & POITÍN -8% Blackwater Irish Whisky ‘The Full Irish’ & cocoabyjudit dark chocolate gift set €65.00 Original price was: €65.00.€60.00Current price is: €60.00. Add to cart Blackwater Irish Whisky ‘Oaty McOatface’ €95.00 Add to cart Sold out Blackwater Irish Whisky Single Malt ‘PMD II: Return of the Dragon’ €110.00 Read more Blackwater Irish Whisky ‘The Full Irish’ €55.00 Add to cart Sold out Blackwater Irish Whisky Five Grain ‘Planxty Wilcox’ €95.00 Read more Sold out Blackwater Irish Whisky Peated Rye ‘Starburst Spice Bag’ €95.00 Read more -12%Sold out Blackwater Irish Whisky ‘The Trinity’ €300.00 Original price was: €300.00.€265.00Current price - [Page Not Found](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/page-not-found/): Oops! it looks like you’re lost. The page you’re looking for isn’t available. Try to search again or use the go to. Back To Home our tours Blackwater Distillery is set in scenic Ballyduff Village, at the heart of Ireland’s hidden gem—the Blackwater Region. Explore more Our Store Discover the spirit of Ireland at Blackwater Distillery—crafting bold flavors on the banks of the Blackwater River. Explore more News Catch up on the latest from Blackwater Distillery – whiskey news, blog stories, tastings, releases and more. Explore more - [Sustainability](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/sustainability/): Our Sustainability Commitment At Blackwater Distillery, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to minimising our environmental impact by making conscious choices in every step of our operations. From energy efficiency and waste reduction to responsible sourcing and local engagement, we strive to reduce our carbon footprint while producing high-quality spirits. Everyday Action, Real Impact Sustainability at Blackwater is practical and hands-on. We prioritise reducing, reusing, and recycling across all processes—whether it’s reusing packaging materials, composting botanicals, or sharing spent grains with local farmers. We repair and adapt our equipment when needed, demonstrating a culture - [Peter Mulryan](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/who-we-are/peter-mulryan/): Peter Mulryan Founder & CEO In the days before Blackwater Distillery, Peter travelled the world as a TV producer and in his spare time wrote several books about whiskey. Now he runs a distillery, his goal is to produce excellent spirits and bring transparency and honesty to the category. When he’s not working he’s either eating, sleeping or playing the mandolin. peter@blackwaterdistillery.ie - [About Us](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/about-us/): About Us Blackwater Distillery is situated on the banks of the Blackwater River, in the village of Ballyduff Upper in beautiful West Waterford. Established in 2014, we craft a range of spirits including our award-winning gins, vodka and traditional pot still Irish whisky. Visit us for tours, tastings and masterclasses. 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. our awards Explore More Who we are We like to keep it real, which is why early - [Accessibility](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/accessibility/): Accessibility Statement We are committed to delivering digital accessibility for all users and this website has been developed in line with recognised Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA. These standards have guided our approach to design, content, and functionality, helping us create an experience that is as inclusive and user-friendly as possible for everyone. We will continue to maintain and enhance the accessibility of this website as part of our ongoing commitment to digital inclusion. Conformance Status The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) define requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines - [Privacy Policy](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/privacy-policy/): Privacy Policy Blackwater Distillery Ltd. collects personal data as legislated in the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679. We are fully committed to data protection and compliant with the Data Protection Acts 1988 & 2003. 1. What data do we need? Blackwater Distillery  Ltd. is a Controller of the personal data you the Customer (data subject) provide us. We collect the following types of personal and non-personal data from you: Personal Data: Name, Address, Telephone Number, Email and Payment information. We may also retain records of your queries and correspondence in the event you contact us e.g. by email. Non-Personal - [Who We Are](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/who-we-are/): Who We Are We Are A Micro-Distillery Based In West Waterford On The Banks Of The Blackwater River We like to keep it real, which is why early in the morning we switch on the lights, open the post and fire up the still. In our 1950s coverted hardware store in Ballyduff, we make award-winning gin and small batch Irish whisky Our Team PETER MULRYAN Founder & CEO View Profile Caroline Senior Founder & COO View Profile John Wilcox Head Distiller View Profile Silvia Torresi Sustainability Manager View Profile Dawn West Production Line Manager View Profile Ailish Browne Accounts View - [Contact Us](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/contact-us/): Get in touch with blackwater distillery Address Blackwater Distillery Ballyduff Upper Co Waterford P51 C5C 6 Ireland EMAIL ADDRESS hello@blackwaterdistillery.ie PHONE +353 (0) 58 60732 Follow Our Social Media Facebook-f Instagram X-twitter Youtube Our Location Get Directions - [My Account](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/my-account/) - [Checkout](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/checkout/): Shopping Checkout Checkout - [Cart](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/cart/): Shopping Cart Checkout - [Home](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/): Welcome to Blackwater Distillery Ireland’s most innovative craft distillery Book Now Pause Video About Us Blackwater Distillery is situated on the banks of the Blackwater River, in the village of Ballyduff Upper in beautiful West Waterford. Established in 2014, we craft a range of spirits including our award-winning gins, vodka and traditional pot still Irish whisky. Visit us for tours, tastings and masterclasses. 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. our awards About us - [Wishlist](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/wishlist/) - [Store](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/store/) - [Compare](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/compare/) - [News](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/news/) ## Products - [Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey & Branded Hip Flask](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/velvet-cap-irish-whiskey-branded-hip-flask/): Introducing our Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey Triple Cask &  branded hip flask flask gift, this is the perfect gift this Valentine's Day for the Irish whiskey lover in your life. This 100% recycled gift box includes: 1 x 350ml bottle of Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey 1 x 200ml Velvet Cap branded Hip Flask 2 x Velvet Cap branded beer mats Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey is a small batch blend of malt and grain whiskies sourced from some of Ireland’s finest distilleries. After blending, we rest the whiskey in a selection of bourbon, port and stouted rye casks to let the flavours marry. This whiskey takes its name from the velvet caps traditionally worn in point-to-point horse racing. This popular sport dates from 1752 when riders raced over fence and ditch between two points: St John's Church Buttevant to St Mary's Church Doneraile in Co Cork - from one steeple to another, hence the term steeplechase. On the nose expect candied banana, honey, dark stonefruit & almond leading way to a luscious mouthfeel with flavours of vanilla, plum, and agave. This is a whiskey to be readily enjoyed, as Peter Mulryan CEO of Blackwater Distillery says 'Here we have always been whiskey drinkers, not collectors. The idea behind Velvet Cap was to create a whiskey to be savoured, not stashed away on a shelf". - [Blackwater Irish Whisky 'The Full Irish' & cocoabyjudit dark chocolate gift set](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-irish-whisky-the-full-irish-cocoabyjudit-dark-chocolate-gift-set/): IWSC Sprit GOLD Judges Tasting Notes: 'Perfumed and inviting, offering a complex aromatic display of puréed orchard fruit, biscuity grain and melted chocolate. The smoky palate reveals a creamy sweetness with hints of banana bread, before to a long, savoury finish of cocoa cake and citrus. Outstanding!' 'Quite possibly one of the finest blended Irish whiskeys I've ever been lucky enough to try. it contains every permissible grain (barley, malt, wheat, oat, rye and maize) along with every type of Irish whiskey (malt, pot still, grain) before being aged in stout casks. A bold and rather brilliant release from the Blackwater Team.' Oisin Davis, Business Post 'One of the most interesting whiskeys unveiled at Whiskey Live 2024. This release from Blackwater Distillery showcases the 3 styles of Irish whiskey – grain, single malt and pot still.' Irish Whiskey Magazine The perfect gift for the whisky lover is Blackwater Irish Whisky The Full Irish Blend & cocoabyjudit whisky-infused chocolate ganache (including PJ Curran’s Honey from West Waterford) celebrating chocolate and whisky made in West Waterford. What you get in the set: 1 x full-size bottle of Blackwater Irish Whisky The Full Irish Blend (500ml) 6 x Cocoabyjudit’s whisky infused chocolates infused with Blackwater Irish Whisky The Full Irish ganache (70g) 2 x Blackwater No. 5 minis (50ml) All of these products will be packaged in a Blackwater Distillery gift box, tied with a ribbon and including a Blackwater Distillery gift tag.  Blackwater Irish Whisky The Full Irish Blend So far we have released a single malt, a pot still (highly non-compliant) and a rye - this is our first blend. We want to bring some love back to the category which is sadly neglected in Ireland. So neglected you will even struggle to find the category 'Blended' on a bottle. The term is not obligatory as the multi-nationals are slightly ashamed to look it in the eye. We're not. This blend rocks. What’s in the bottle? 45% Blackwater produced single malt, 45% Blackwater produced pot still (both five years old) and 10% seven-year-old grain whiskies, finished in stout casks from local Hopfully Brewing Company. This blend contains every permissible grain (barley, malt, wheat, oat, rye and maize), every type of Irish whisky (malt, pot still, grain) and then there’s the stout. What could be more Irish? Nothing. Except perhaps some black pudding but that’s not allowed. As with all Blackwater products, it’s not chill filtered or coloured. Aged in bourbon barrels, finished in Hopfully Brewing Company stout casks. Head Distiller John Wilcox says: ‘refined, complex and bold.’ Cocoa by Judit The Full Irish A dark chocolate shell with deep cocoa notes, embracing a sumptuous ganache of Blackwater Irish Whisky The Full Irish and Drumhill honey: rich, bold, and elegantly sweet. Limited stock available. Our Estal Wild Glass collection 1919 choker whisky bottle is produced with 100% post-consumer recycled glass, thus preventing the extraction of raw materials from the natural environment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUS7olbFaN8 - [Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin & cocoabyjudit white chocolate set](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-wexford-strawberry-gin-cocoabyjudit-white-chocolate-set/): The perfect gift is our Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin & cocoabyjudit chocolate set, celebrating handmade chocolates and strawberry gin, both made in Cappoquin, West Waterford. What you get in the set: 1 x full-size bottle of Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin (700ml) 6 x Cocoabyjudit's signature white chocolate infused with a Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin ganache (70g) 2 x Blackwater Gin minis (50ml) All of these products will be packaged in a Blackwater Distillery gift box, tied with a ribbon and including a Blackwater Distillery gift tag.  Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin 40% alc/vol, 70cl What is more summery than strawberries? Nothing really, except perhaps sunblock. We tried distilling that but it tasted disgusting, so we went back to strawberries. In all, thirteen botanicals are distilled to produce this gin, the largest of these being strawberry, as you might expect. The berries are grown for us just outside Enniscorthy (Co. Wexford) and transported to the distillery in a large cool box. After distillation, we soak even more strawberries in our gin (that’s how it gets its colour), and then we bottle it. We don’t add any sugar or sweetener of any sort. Cocoa by Judit Blackwater Blush A creamy white chocolate shell, filled with a velvety strawberry ganache, infused with the delicate botanicals of Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin: fruity, aromatic, and irresistibly smooth. - [Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin & glass set](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-wexford-strawberry-gin-glass-set/): The perfect Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin set comes with a bottle of Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin & 2 highball glasses. What you get in the set: 1 x full-size bottle of Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin (700ml) 2 x highball Blackwater branded glasses 2 x Blackwater No.5 Gin Minis 50ml All of these products will be packaged in a Blackwater Distillery gift box, tied with a ribbon and including a Blackwater Distillery gift tag.  Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin 40% alc/vol, 70cl What is more summery than strawberries? Nothing really, except perhaps sunblock. We tried distilling that but it tasted disgusting, so we went back to strawberries. In all, thirteen botanicals are distilled to produce this gin, the largest of these being strawberry, as you might expect. The berries are grown for us just outside Enniscorthy (Co. Wexford) and transported to the distillery in a large cool box. After distillation, we soak even more strawberries in our gin (that’s how it gets its colour), and then we bottle it. We don’t add any sugar or sweetener of any sort. - [Blackwater Irish Whisky Five Grain 'Planxty Wilcox'](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-irish-whisky-five-grain-planxty-wilcox/): An Irish whiskey ‘blend’ unlike any other What happens if you blend a whiskey BEFORE putting it into a cask…? An interesting experiment and that’s what lies behind our first annual Planxty Wilcox release. Named after Head Distiller John Wilcox, this pot still is a vatting of carefully selected distillates all produced in house during our first distilling season back in 2018. So only John knows exactly what’s in this bottle, but it’s a pencil sketch of our first production season, Q4 2018.  We can tell you it’s malt heavy, but also contains traces of barley, wheat, oat and rye. Although this vatting doesn’t contain any grain whiskey, it is still technically a blend, but it’s also a pot still – so a boundary busting ball of contradictions that laughs in the face of convention. We simply call this a Five Grain Irish Whisky, we only produced one cask and it can never be repeated. That’s what happens when you are John and you colour outside the lines. 100% Irish grown and malted grain. 100% Blackwater Irish whisky. 100% not compliant. Distilled 2018; total maturation in American oak, ex-rye cask from good ole ‘merica. Head Distiller John Wilcox says: ‘marmalade toast with apple butter, stouted molasses.’ Very limited stock available. - [Blackwater Irish Whisky Peated Rye 'Starburst Spice Bag'](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-irish-whisky-peated-rye-starburst-spice-bag/): Ireland's first Peated Rye  A European twist to a New World whisky style; here spicy rye is softened by oats, peat and aged in a wonderful cask, heavy with the plum notes of Tempranillo grapes. Bottled at that classic strength of 100 US Proof (50% abv) this whisky was a total bugger to make. Gently pour a glass and you may hear the far off cry of a Head Distiller's angst. 55% Rye, 31% Malted Barley, 9% Oats, 5% Peated Malt = 100% Irish grown and malted grain. Distilled 4th June 2020; total maturation in ex-Ribera del Duero cask from Northern Spain. Head Distiller John Wilcox says: 'expect Damson jam or warm rye toast, Opal Fruits and a whiff of pipe smoke' Very limited stock available. - [Blackwater Malt na Mara Irish Poitín](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-poitin-malt-na-mara/): 'Creamy, gorgeous wisps of bonfire smokiness by the ocean, salty and rich; green and fresh' Irish Whiskey Masters This Irish Poitín is made from a rich array of Irish grown and malted grains. We capture the scents and tastes of the ocean by malting our barley on a bed of seaweed. Plump and salty, this mineral dense malt produces a creamy, flinty spirit. We balance this with raw barley and rye for spice and a waft of warming turf smoked oats. Head Distiller John Wilcox says: expect a salty sea zephry laced with notes of peat. Creamy. Metallic. Iodine. - [Blackwater Irish Whisky Single Malt 'Peat the Magic Dragon'](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/peat-the-magic-dragon-irish-whisky/): Say hello to 'Peat the Magic Dragon' (PMD for short) the first Blackwater Irish Whisky single barrel release. This bottling of PMD is the only Irish whisky in existence made with 100% Irish grain and 100% Irish peat, and also malted in Ireland.  In fact the barley and the turf come from the same farm, and the grain was malted on site at the farm. Most peated Irish whiskies are made with English or Scottish peated malt. Nothing wrong with that, but it's from some of the same malt houses that feed Scottish stills. So if we're not using Scottish malt, let's not use terms associated with Scottish whisky and that why we say ‘turf smoked’ rather than ‘peated’. Want to know more about our PMD inspiration? Peter's blog is here. Head Distiller John Wilcox says: expect dark chocolate notes and cherry hoisin sauce, cut with campfire incense. Double distilled for more flavour, and aged exclusively in a French oak, ex-cherry liqueur cask Bottled at a solid 49% alc/vol Not coloured, not chill filtered Only 310 individually numbered bottles exist Beautifully gift boxed for the whisky lover in your life - or you! - [Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin Classic Cocktail Set](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-wexford-strawberry-gin-classic-cocktail-set/): Become a cocktail pro at home with the Blackwater branded Classic cocktail set.  Have everything you need to impress loved ones and friends & jazz up any boring Saturday night in your kitchen. What you get: 1 x Full-size bottle (700ml) of Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin 1 x deluxe stainless steel cocktail shaker (branded) 1 x professional branded 25ml/50ml cocktail jigger (measurer) 1 x professional branded measuring spoon A digital Blackwater cocktail classics guide - delivered via email to you All of these products will be packaged in a Blackwater Distillery gift box, tied with a ribbon and including a Blackwater Distillery gift tag.  - [Blackwater Hedgerow Gin](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-hedgerow-gin/): Back in 2016 we made a one-off seasonal gin, and every year since we’ve had requests to bring it back. So we listened and Blackwater Wild Irish Hedgerow Gin is again back in stock. Inspired by the autumn hedgerows in West Waterford, this gin liqueur is made by soaking fresh sloes, damsons, crab apples and blackberries in our award-winning gin. After a three month maceration, we gently sweeten with some sugar and bottle. That’s it. The mix of hedgerow fruits ensures this spirit is more complex and less sweet than regular sloe gin. Sipped on its own, drunk as a hot toddy or served to accompany a local cheese board, this is a real fireside treat. Produced in very limited quantities, Blackwater Wild Irish Hedgerow Gin is a wonderful seasonal treat. - [Velvet Cap Whiskey Branded Tumbler Glass](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/velvet-cap-whiskey-branded-tumbler-glass/): Drink Velvet Cap Whiskey in style with our new curved tumbler glass. Perfect for both neat whiskey's and cocktails, this 20cl glass is embossed on both sides with the Velvet Cap Logo.   - [Blackwater Irish Whisky 'The Full Irish'](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/irish-whisky-the-full-irish-blend/): IWSC Spirit GOLD Outstanding 98 points, Irish Whiskey Trophy 2025  Judges Tasting Notes: 'Perfumed and inviting, offering a complex aromatic display of puréed orchard fruit, biscuity grain and melted chocolate. The smoky palate reveals a creamy sweetness with hints of banana bread, before to a long, savoury finish of cocoa cake and citrus. Outstanding!' 'Quite possibly one of the finest blended Irish whiskeys I've ever been lucky enough to try. it contains every permissible grain (barley, malt, wheat, oat, rye and maize) along with every type of Irish whiskey (malt, pot still, grain) before being aged in stout casks. A bold and rather brilliant release from the Blackwater Team.' Oisin Davis, Business Post 'One of the most interesting whiskeys unveiled at Whiskey Live 2024. This release from Blackwater Distillery showcases the 3 styles of Irish whiskey – grain, single malt and pot still.' Irish Whiskey Magazine So far we have released a single malt, a pot still (highly non-compliant) and a rye - this is our first blend. We want to bring some love back to the category which is sadly neglected in Ireland. So neglected you will even struggle to find the category 'Blended' on a bottle. The term is not obligatory as the multi-nationals are slightly ashamed to look it in the eye. We're not. This blend rocks. What’s in the bottle? 45% Blackwater produced single malt, 45% Blackwater produced pot still (both five years old) and 10% seven-year-old grain whiskies, finished in stout casks from local Hopfully Brewing Company. This blend contains every permissible grain (barley, malt, wheat, oat, rye and maize), every type of Irish whisky (malt, pot still, grain) and then there’s the stout. What could be more Irish? Nothing. Except perhaps some black pudding but that’s not allowed. As with all Blackwater products, it’s not chill filtered or coloured. Aged in bourbon barrels, finished in Hopfully Brewing Company stout casks. Head Distiller John Wilcox says: ‘refined, complex and bold.’ Limited stock available. Our Estal Wild Glass collection 1919 choker whisky bottle is produced with 100% post-consumer recycled glass, thus preventing the extraction of raw materials from the natural environment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUS7olbFaN8 - [Blackwater Irish Whisky Single Malt 'PMD II: Return of the Dragon'](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-irish-whisky-single-malt-pmd-ii-return-of-the-dragon/): PMD 2: Return of the Dragon Single Malt – Irish Turf Smoked Single Cask: BBL000052, Apple Brandy Limited to 340 individually numbered bottles Casked: 25.09.19 (5 years old) ABV: Cask Strength: 59.2% Grain bill: 25% Turf-Smoked Malt, 75% Malt Tasting Notes: Malted soldiers hiding in the orchard from the dragon. There is no escape. Apples on fire. Burninating the peasants. Peat the Magic Dragon is back and this time he’s at cask strength. What’s more, this single malt is the first age statement whisky from Blackwater. It’s made from 100% Irish barley, grown and malted on the same farm. A real Irish whisky origin story, featuring a dragon, with a heart of fire and a belly full of schmoky stewed apples. World Whiskies Awards 2025 Single Cask Single Malt No Age Statement Category Winner & Gold Our Estal Wild Glass collection 1919 choker whisky bottle is produced with 100% post-consumer recycled glass, thus preventing the extraction of raw materials from the natural environment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUS7olbFaN8 Our Estal Corkcoal stopper blends two natural and renewable materials: cork and charcoal. The activated charcoal neutralizes and naturally traps undesired substances from the cork, without any chemical bleaches. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhXENe6-CyE - [Blackwater Irish Whisky 'The Trinity'](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-irish-whisky-the-trinity/): Can't decide which of our new whiskies to choose? Why don't you buy all three for €265, a saving of €35! That's right, all three of our award-winning new whiskies at a substantial discount with free shipping anywhere in Ireland. We don't use the word innovative lightly, but honestly we can't think of any other whiskies like these three.  Oaty McOatface gives you a peek into the alternative universe of what might have been for pot still Irish whisky, with Clashmore 1824, you have a window into the past with the recreation of a 200 year old marvel and finally PMD II: Return of the Dragon is the only single malt we produce, so rare that every year we only release a single cask. Oaty McOatFace Non-compliant potstill @ 47.2% Grain bill: 50% Malt, 24% Malted Oat, 12% Barley, 5% Turf-Smoked Malt, 5% Rye, 4% Peated Oats Tasting Notes: Sweet breakfast porridge, smoked maple cookie Double turfed, double oated, double distilled and double casked. A modern twist on an old tune.     World Whiskies Awards 2025 No Age Statement Potstill Category Winner & Gold Clashmore 1824 Heritage Potstill @ 47% Grain bill: 51% Barley, 24% Oats, 20% Malt, 5% Turf smoked malt Tasting Notes: Rich oatmeal raisin, grapefruit zest, warm hearth Prior to the establishment of Blackwater Distillery, Clashmore was the last distillery in Waterford and it closed by 1840s. The distillery chimney still straddles the river Gleanogle which runs through the heart of the village of Clashmore. Working with local historians, Blackwater head distiller John Wilcox worked out the typical Clashmore grain bill, then brought it to life up the road in Ballyduff. Aged exclusively in sherry wood, this expression is peak historical reenactment, without the scratchy underpants. World Whiskies Awards 2025 No Age Statement Potstill Gold PMD 2: Return of the Dragon Single Malt – Irish Turf Smoked Cask Strength: 59.2% Grain bill: 25% Turf-Smoked Malt, 75% Malt 5 Year Old Tasting Notes: Malted soldiers hiding in the orchard from the dragon. There is no escape. Apples on fire. Burninating the peasants. The dragon is back and this time he’s at cask strength. What’s more, this single malt is the first age statement whisky from Blackwater. It’s made from 100% Irish barley, grown and malted on the same farm. A real Irish whisky origin story, featuring a dragon, with a heart of fire and a belly full of schmoky stewed apples.     World Whiskies Awards 2025 Single Cask Single Malt No Age Statement Category Winner & Gold Our Estal Wild Glass collection 1919 choker whisky bottle is produced with 100% post-consumer recycled glass, thus preventing the extraction of raw materials from the natural environment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUS7olbFaN8 Our Estal Corkcoal stopper blends two natural and renewable materials: cork and charcoal. The activated charcoal neutralizes and naturally traps undesired substances from the cork, without any chemical bleaches. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhXENe6-CyE - [Blackwater Irish Whisky 'Oaty McOatface'](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-irish-whisky-oaty-mcoatface/): Oaty McOatFace Non-compliant potstill Cask: BLA000258, Maple Cognac Cask Casked: 18.05.21 ABV: 47.2% Grain bill: 50% Malt, 24% Malted Oat, 12% Barley, 5% Turf-Smoked Malt, 5% Rye, 4% Peated Oats Tasting Notes: Sweet breakfast porridge, smoked maple cookie To mark the tragic tenth anniversary of the ghasty Irish Whiskey GI, Blackwater presents a totally modern and non-compliant pot still whisky. In other words if ‘The Midleton Method’ wasn’t imposed on the entire industry and the department didn’t let a French multinational design a Technical File around two of its products, what might Irish pot still whisky have tasted like? Well here’s something to get you chops around. Double turfed, double oated, double distilled and double casked. We could say this stuff is Very Rare, but then you might think we have thousands of cases of the stuff clogging up duty free stores around the world. But we don't. This whisky is strictly limited to 1800 bottles. World Whiskies Awards 2025 Potstill No Age Statement Category Winner & Gold Our Estal Wild Glass collection 1919 choker whisky bottle is produced with 100% post-consumer recycled glass, thus preventing the extraction of raw materials from the natural environment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUS7olbFaN8 Our Estal Corkcoal stopper blends two natural and renewable materials: cork and charcoal. The activated charcoal neutralizes and naturally traps undesired substances from the cork, without any chemical bleaches. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhXENe6-CyE - [Blackwater Irish Whisky 'Clashmore 1824'](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-irish-whisky-clashmore-1824/): Clashmore 1824 Heritage Potstill Single Cask: BBL000016 Limited to 420 individually numbered bottles Casked: 01.06.20, Sherry Cask ABV: 47% Grain bill: 51% Barley, 24% Oats, 20% Malt, 5% Turf smoked malt Tasting Notes: Rich oatmeal raisin, grapefruit zest, warm hearth Prior to the establishment of Blackwater Distillery, Clashmore was the last distillery in Waterford and it closed by 1840s. The distillery chimney still straddles the river Greagagh river which runs through the heart of the village of Clashmore. Working with local historians, Blackwater head distiller John Wilcox worked out the typical Clashmore grain bill, then brought it to life up the road in Ballyduff. The resulting whisky is something of an ode to the oat, matured exclusively in sherry wood (there were no bourbon casks), this expression is a real peak into the kind of Irish whisky that has been lost to time and the snide slide rule of multi-national accountants. So why not try this two hundred year old whisky we made four years ago. World Whiskies Awards 2025 Potstill No Age Statement Gold Save €35 if you purchase all three single cask releases here  Our Estal Wild Glass collection 1919 choker whisky bottle is produced with 100% post-consumer recycled glass, thus preventing the extraction of raw materials from the natural environment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUS7olbFaN8 Our Estal Corkcoal stopper blends two natural and renewable materials: cork and charcoal. The activated charcoal neutralizes and naturally traps undesired substances from the cork, without any chemical bleaches. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhXENe6-CyE - [Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey & Velvet Cap whisky glasses set](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/vc-glass-set/): Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey is a small batch blend of malt and grain whiskies sourced from some of Ireland’s finest distilleries. After blending, we rest the whiskey in a selection of bourbon, port and stouted rye casks to let the flavours marry. On the nose expect candied banana, honey, dark stonefruit & almond leading way to a luscious mouthfeel with flavours of vanilla, plum, and agave. This is a whiskey to be readily enjoyed, as Peter Mulryan CEO of Blackwater Distillery says 'Here we have always been whiskey drinkers, not collectors. The idea behind Velvet Cap was to create a whiskey to be savoured, not stashed away on a shelf". Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey is delivered to you in our new 'Jockey silks' inspired presentation tube. What you get in the set: 1 Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey Triple Cask in gift tube 2 x Velvet Cap branded whiskey glasses All of these products will be packaged in a Blackwater Distillery gift box, tied with a ribbon and including a Blackwater Distillery gift tag.  - [Blackwater No. 5 Gin & glass set](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-no-5-gin-glass-set/): The perfect Blackwater Gin set comes with a bottle of Blackwater No. 5 Gin & 2 highball glasses. What you get in the set: 1 x full-size bottle of Blackwater No.5 Gin (700ml) 2 x highball Blackwater branded glasses 2 x Blackwater Gin Minis 50ml Blackwater No.5 Gin 40% alc/vol, 70cl Blackwater No. 5 is a classic London Dry Gin, distilled from the purest spirit, the finest botanicals and soft local water. It balances the confident juniper notes of a traditional London Dry with bright coriander, warm cinnamon and zesty lemon. Blackwater No. 5 is crisp and elegant, great as a G&T, excellent in a cocktail. All of these products will be packaged in a Blackwater Distillery gift box, tied with a ribbon and including a Blackwater Distillery gift tag.  - [Blackwater Mix Gift Set (whiskey & gin)](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-mix-set-whiskey-gin/): Get the best of both worlds in this Blackwater set with a bottle of our multi-award winning Blackwater No.5 Gin & Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey. Not only that but you will also look the part when sipping away on these spirits with branded whiskey & gin glasses. What you get in your set: 1 full size bottle (700ml) of our multi-award winning Blackwater No.5 Gin (London Dry style) & gift bag 1 full size bottle (700ml) of Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey including presentation tin tube 1 x Blackwater highball glass 1 x Velvet Cap whiskey glass All of these products will be packaged in a Blackwater Distillery gift box, tied with a ribbon and including a Blackwater Distillery gift tag.  - [Blackwater No.5 Gin Classic Cocktail Set](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-gin-classic-cocktail-set/): Become a cocktail pro at home with the Blackwater branded Classic cocktail set.  Have everything you need to impress loved ones and friends & jazz up any boring Saturday night in your kitchen. What you get: 1 x Full-size bottle (700ml) of Blackwater No.5 Gin 1 x deluxe stainless steel cocktail shaker (branded) 1 x professional branded 25ml/50ml cocktail jigger (measurer) 1 x professional branded measuring spoon A digital Blackwater cocktail classics guide - delivered via email to you All of these products will be packaged in a Blackwater Distillery gift box, tied with a ribbon and including a Blackwater Distillery gift tag.  - [Blackwater Dirtgrain Irish Whisky Manifesto](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/dirtgrain/): INTRODUCING THE MANIFESTO RELEASE OUR FIRST WHISKY RELEASE AND YOUR ONLY CHANCE TO OWN ONE OF 1000 BOXES FROM OUR BALLYDUFF DISTILLERY. We call the first Irish whisky from our distillery the 'Manifesto' release. Why? Because it's a manifesto of intent. We are reclaiming our stolen heritage, remaking whiskies lost to time and helping redefine a category. The whole point of the Manifesto box is to give you an idea of how grain, not the cask, can shape a whisky. Also included is a 64 page book written by Peter Mulryan, whisky historian and co-founder of Blackwater Distillery. The Four Whiskies in the Manifesto Box, each 200ml #38 Mash Bill 47.1% ABV – Inspired by a pre-famine mash bill #93 Mash Bill 43.1% ABV – A whisky from the Victorian boom #08 Mash Bill 45.3% ABV – This classic ‘Dublin whisky’ is a gem #15 Mash Bill 44.2% ABV – A five grain whisky that will impress https://youtu.be/TWYYFAfAR8k?si=vJ_n9DZHziyETf7P To ensure that your limited edition Manifesto box arrives safely, it will be delivered using a signed for and insured express delivery. https://www.youtube.com/live/P1x2iK4aJoQ?si=X9vawa9th88gOrE6 - [Whiskey Enthusiasts Gift Set](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/whiskey-enthusiasts-gift-set/): Looking for the perfect gift for the whiskey lover in your life? Then this Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey gift set will be sure to satisfy their thirst for knowledge for great Irish whiskey. This bundle offers amazing value & includes: One full-size bottle (40% alc/vol, 70cl) of Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey with presentation gift tin One signed copy of The Whiskeys of Ireland by Peter Mulryan (author & Blackwater Distillery CEO) 2 Velvet Cap branded whiskey rocks glasses All of these products will be packaged in a Blackwater Distillery gift box, tied with a ribbon and including a Blackwater Distillery gift tag.  Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey  Velvet Cap is a small batch blend of malt and grain whiskies sourced from some of Ireland’s finest distilleries. After blending, we rest the whiskey in a selection of bourbon, port and stouted rye casks to let the flavours marry. The Whiskeys of Ireland Everything you always wanted to know about Irish Whiskey from Blackwater Distillery Founder Peter Mulryan, published by O'Brien Press. Learn about the history, the difference between single malts and blends, the art of distilling and blending, and the explosion of new distilleries – learn how to taste as well as to drink ‘the water of life’. - [Blackwater Branded Highball Glass](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-branded-highball-glass/): We think life is too short for bad gin and a bad gin glass! Drink the ultimate Blackwater G&T in style with our new curved Highball glass. Perfect for both G&Ts and cocktails, this 35cl glass is embossed on both sides with our heron & Blackwater typography. - [Retronaut Irish Whisky](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/retronaut-irish-whisky/): 46% alc/vol, 70cl Originally only 1160 bottles of this whisky were bottled and we are down to our last few cases of this precious drop which is why the product was no longer for sale. However thanks to a recent review from @TheWhiskeyChaser we have decided to put 2 cases back up for sale with the others few remaining in our reserves. Two cases back up on our site today and when they are gone, they are gone. Expect flavours of vanilla, toffee, lots of yellow fruits and a slight nuttiness with this exceptional Whisky. Winner Gold Best Irish Malt Whiskey, Irish Whiskey Awards - [Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey Single Malt Bordeaux Cask 5 Year Old](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/velvet-cap-irish-whiskey-bordeaux-cask-finish-5-year-old/): This bottle of Velvet Cap Single Malt Irish Whiskey was matured solely in Bordeaux red wine casks for a full 5 years. This gives the whiskey its wonderful ruddy gold colour and the delicious scent of freshly baked red currant madeleines. Don’t just take our word for it. Our Single Malt has won Gold at the Spirit Masters for 2022, and better still, it comes with a Velvet Cap Irish whiskey branded hip flask. - [Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey Peated Single Malt Sherry Cask](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/velvet-cap-irish-single-malt-peated/): Get your hands on the first public release of our newest member of the Velvet Cap Family with FREE (IRL) Shipping and a FREE Hip Flask (Whilst stocks last Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey: Peated Single Malt - Sherry Cask Finish. Is it the turf-dried malt that gives Velvet Cap Peated Single Malt whiskey its distinct aroma, or is it the sherry casks in which it rests? Breathe it in: gentle peat smoke and biscuity malt tempered with a hint of Jerez. This is one well-balanced drop. Don't just take our word for it. Our Peated Single Malt has won Gold at the Spirit Masters for 2022 and better still, it comes with a Velvet Cap branded hip flask. - [Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey, Glass & Flask Set](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/velvet-cap-whiskey-glass-flask-set/): A lovely gifting option is our Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey, branded glass & embossed hip flask set in a matching presentation box. The perfect gift for the whiskey lover in your life, limited stocks available so don't hang around, giddy up if you want to purchase this lovely box for yourself or a loved one. This 100% recycled gift box includes: 1 x 700ml bottle of Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey 1 x 200ml embossed Velvet Cap Hip Flask 1 Velvet Cap branded whiskey rocks glass Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey is a small batch blend of malt and grain whiskies sourced from some of Ireland’s finest distilleries. After blending, we rest the whiskey in a selection of bourbon, port and stouted rye casks to let the flavours marry. On the nose expect candied banana, honey, dark stonefruit & almond leading way to a luscious mouthfeel with flavours of vanilla, plum, and agave. This is a whiskey to be readily enjoyed, as Peter Mulryan CEO of Blackwater Distillery says "Here we have always been whiskey drinkers, not collectors. The idea behind Velvet Cap was to create a whiskey to be savoured, not stashed away on a shelf". - [Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey Triple Cask](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/velvet-cap-irish-whiskey/): Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey is a small batch blend of malt and grain whiskies sourced from some of Ireland’s finest distilleries. After blending, we rest the whiskey in a selection of bourbon, port and stouted rye casks to let the flavours marry. This whiskey takes its name from the velvet caps traditionally worn in point-to-point horse racing. This popular sport dates from 1752 when riders raced over fence and ditch between two points: St John's Church Buttevant to St Mary's Church Doneraile in Co Cork - from one steeple to another, hence the term steeplechase. On the nose expect candied banana, honey, dark stonefruit & almond leading way to a luscious mouthfeel with flavours of vanilla, plum, and agave. This is a whiskey to be readily enjoyed, as Peter Mulryan CEO of Blackwater Distillery says 'Here we have always been whiskey drinkers, not collectors. The idea behind Velvet Cap was to create a whiskey to be savoured, not stashed away on a shelf". Velvet Cap Irish Whiskey is delivered to you in our new 'Jockey silks' inspired presentation tube. - [Blackwater Gin Bar Runners](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/bar-runners/): Blackwater Gin water resistant  branded bar runner. Dimensions: 60cm (L) X 15cm (w) - [Blackwater Distillery Barrel Head](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/barrel-head/): Transform your home bar with a handcrafted & hand painted barrell end with Blackwater Distillery Branding. Dimensions: 50cm diameter - [The Whiskeys of Ireland by Peter Mulryan (signed)](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/whiskeys-of-ireland-signed/): Everything you always wanted to know about Irish Whiskey from Blackwater Distillery Founder Peter Mulryan, published by O'Brien Press. Learn about the history, the difference between single malts and blends, the art of distilling and blending, and the explosion of new distilleries - learn how to taste as well as to drink 'the water of life'. Hardback 192 pages Size: 216 X 135MM - [Blackwater Vanilla Vodka](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/vanilla-vodka/): Smooth as a freshly shaved angel, this creamy sweet vanilla vodka is distilled in our copper pot still with precious vanilla pods which we vapour infuse to ensure the fullest natural flavour. We say no to artificial sweeteners or chemicals. Perfect for your favourite cocktails or to sip neat. - [Blackwater Copper Pot Still Vodka](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-copper-pot-still-vodka/): Our Vodka has a new look! Same smooth Irish Vodka new modern look! Some say that ‘Vodka is just Vodka’ but here at Blackwater Distillery we know that isn’t so. Why is our vodka special? We distil it in Sally, our copper pot still and we never make more than 300 litres at a time. Now that’s small batch. And after distillation all we add is soft Waterford water. This gives our vodka its wonderfully smooth character. - [Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-wexford-strawberry-irish-gin/): What is more summery than strawberries? Nothing really, except perhaps sunblock. We tried distilling that but it tasted disgusting, so we went back to strawberries. In all, thirteen botanicals are distilled to produce this gin, the largest of these being strawberry, as you might expect. The berries are grown for us just outside Enniscorthy (Co. Wexford) and transported to the distillery in a large cool box. After distillation, we soak even more strawberries in our gin (that’s how it gets its colour), and then we bottle it. We don’t add any sugar or sweetener of any sort. - [Blackwater Barry's Tea Gin](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-barrys-tea-gin/): We Irish love our tea, and personally, I’m a bit obsessed. At home it’s a pre-warmed pot, Barry’s Classic Blend (one teaspoon per person, and one for the pot). Boiling water. Tea cosy. A three-minute rest and yes, milk before the pour. So, what’s all that to do with gin? Well as a self-confessed Tea Jenny, creating a gin with Barry’s Classic Blend at its core was always an ambition. Distilled tea doesn’t taste much like tea, it’s spicy. However, it still marries well with all the traditional accompaniments like cardamon, cinnamon and lemon. Stir in a good measure of juniper and you are well on the way to distilling a seasonal special. Before bottling we have a brew up, and these large pots of tea get stirred into the gin prior to bottling and that’s what gives this gin its golden glow. So there you have it, with ice lemon and the tonic of your choice, that’s how to make the ultimate G & Tea. Note: The bottle is delivered to you in a beautiful Barry's Tea Gin presentation box - [Blackwater No.5 Gin](https://blackwaterdistillery.ie/product/blackwater-no-5-gin/): 'Fresh white pepper notes give way to juniper aromas. The palate is clean with light citrus flavours. A refreshing dry finish lingers with a touch of sweetness at the end.' International Wine & Spirits Silver Award 2024 Our award-winning classic London Dry Gin, distilled from the purest spirit, the finest botanicals and soft local water. The spirit balances the confident juniper notes of a traditional London Dry with bright coriander, warm cinnamon and zesty lemon. Blackwater No. 5 Gin is crisp and elegant, great as a G&T, and excellent in a cocktail. We designed Blackwater No. 5 Gin from top to bottom using only the botanicals imported into Ireland by Whites of Waterford during the 19th century. Of the twelve botanicals used, ten are classic while two are rather special and probably unique to Blackwater No.5 Gin. 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