The Copeland Distillery has announced the addition of two new whiskeys to its portfolio, under the Merchants' Quay brand at bottling strength (46%) as well as cask strength 57.8%)
Copeland Distillery Announce Two New Rum Finished Whiskeys
Gold Spot Irish Whiskey – Unveiled by Irish Distillers and Mitchell & Son – Celebrating 135 Years of Mitchell’s Whiskey Bonding
Mitchell's and Son one of Ireland’s last remaining wine merchants, are celebrating this family legacy by joining together with IDL to create a celebratory, limited edition Spot release, Gold Spot Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey.
Clonakilty Distillery’s First Whiskey Turns 3 Years Old
Clonakilty Distillery has achieved its first major milestone with its own distilled Single Pot Still whiskey turning 3 years old.
Potstilled Live – The Podcast! Ep 11 – Dingle Distillery Takeover Single Pot Still
Join host Matt and the crew from Dingle Distillery as they Takeover Potstilled Live to launch their Single Pot Still Batch 5.
Episode Q 14 – Fionnán O’Connor – The Findings of the Vintage Mashbills Campaign Part 3
Fionnán O'Connor joins us on Potstilled Radio for the final of this 3 part series giving us an insight into the ressurection of over 200 years mashbill history.
Episode Q12 – Fionnán O’Connor – The Findings of the Vintage Mashbills Campaign Part 2
Fionnán O'Connor joins us for part 2 of 3 to give us insight into the Vintage Mashbills Programme that resurrected over 200 years of lost distillery mashbills
Episode Q11 – Fionnán O’Connor – The Findings of the Vintage Mashbills Campaign Part 1
In this three part mini series, Historian, Author & PhD. Candidate, Fionnán O'Connor, joins us to detail the research, execution and findings of his Vintage Mashbills Campaign that he undertook with Boann Distillery. This campaign saw Fionnán and Michael Walsh, Head Distiller in Boann Distillery, ressurect over 200 years of lost mashbill flavours. In previous... Continue Reading →
Micil Distillery Announces Release of Four New Spirits – Including First Whiskey Releases
Galway's Micil Distillery, have unveiled the results of 18 months of innovation and development in the distillery.
Can Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Be Made In A Column Still?
Can Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey be Made in a Column Still? You might think you know the answer, and you might be surprised!
Does Irish Whiskey Have to be Bottled in Ireland?
Irish whiskey bottled in Ireland or abroad still classifies as the National Spirit of Ireland, as long as it follows these rules.
Irish Whiskey App Announces in App Partnership with Tiny Tipples
Irish Whiskey App has partnered with Tiny Tipples to get the rarest and greatest miniature bottles of whiskey, direct to your door from the app.
McAllister Family behind Ahascragh Distillery launch inaugural whiskey and gin brands
McAllister Irish Spirits have been in the news recently having announced a brand new distillery project in Ahascragh in County Galway. Now McAllister Spirits are back with the first release of their inaugural whiskey expressions and signature gin.
Episode 3.5 – Michael Egan – USA National Ambassador Kilbeggan Whiskey
In this episode I sit down with Michael Egan, the USA National Ambassador for Kilbeggan Distilling Company and the Beam Global portfolio of Irish whiskeys. As one of the few Irish whiskey ambassadors to have worked across all 50 US States, Michael shares with us a brief look into the Irish whiskey landscape across the US through the Corona Virus pandemic and what the trends could look like beyond.
Potstilled Live – The Podcast! Ep 10 – Fionnán O’Connor – Vintage Column Still Mashbills
Welcome to this feature length episode of Potstilled Live - The Podcast! In this episode I am joined by Irish whiskey historian and Phd candidate, Fionnán O'Connor. As a part of his Phd he has uncovered a treasure trove of Vintage Column Still mashbills from across Ireland from the 1700's until the decline of the... Continue Reading →
The Irishman Single Cask – Peated Red Ale Cask Finish – Dick Mack’s Collaboration
Single Cask Irishman - Peated Red Ale Cask Finish - Collaboration with Dick Mack's pub in Dingle.
Potstilled Live – The Podcast! Ep 9 – Paul Kane, Belfast Whiskey Week Founder
In this episode we sit down with the Founder of the World's Largest Whiskey Festival - Paul Kane, who brings us through the entrity of what to expect at Belfast Whiskey Week 2021.
The World’s First Irish Whiskey App Goes Live!
The World's First Irish Whiskey App has gone live on both Android and iPhone bringing the world of Irish whiskey to your pocket!
Episode 3.4 – Peter Prazenka – Slovakia Market Specialist
In this episode we sit down with Peter Prazenka in Bratislava, Slovakia, as he takes us into the world of Irish whiskey in his home country. Having worked with a number of Irish brands to promote their portfolios across the country, Peter now works full time curating Slovakia's largest Irish whiskey selection in his Irish Pub & Whiskey Bar - The Izzi Pub. Listen in as Peter brings us through the facets of the Irish whiskey industry that excite him and his consumers as well as his tips for new entrant brands within the Slovak market.
Potstilled Live – The Podcast! Ep 6 – Roe & Co. Takeover with Special Guest Master Blender Caroline Martin
In this episode Matt is joined by Roe & Co Master Blender, Caroline Martin ahead of her upcoming retirement as well as special guests, Lora Hemy (Head Distiller at Roe & Co Distillery) and Peter Simpson (Head Brewer at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery).
Potstilled Live Roe & Co. Takeover – Master Blender Caroline Martin
Thurs April 8th, 8pm Irish. Roe & Co. Takeover a special edition of Potstilled Live as they celebrate the 35 year career of their Master Blender Caroline Martin, with special guests Head Distiller of Roe & Co Distillery and Head Brewer of Guinness Open Gate Brewery.
Epsiode 3.3 – Emmet Duffy – Japan Market Specialist
In this ep of Potstilled Radio we take you into the market for Irish whiskey in Japan with Emmet Duffy, as he lets us see behind the curtain on how the Japanese are consuming Irish whiskey and what business is like in this hierarchical culture
Episode 3.2 – Gearóid O’Callaghan – German Independent Whiskey Consultant
In this ep of Potstilled Radio we take you into the German Irish whiskey market with Gearóid O'Callaghan, as he lets us see behind the curtain on how Germans are consuming Irish whiskey and what marketing is hitting home in this German speaking market.
Episode 3.1 – Sandy Karavanskii – Russia Market Specialist
Potstilled Radio is back with a new series where we explore the world of Irish whiskey in some of the far flung corners of the world to learn about how much do whiskey consumers globally know about the spirit of Ireland. In this episode we make our way all the way to Saint Petersburg in Russia to learn whether or not Irish whiskey is making an impact in one of the world's most famous Vodka markets!
Potstilled Live – The Podcast! EP 5 – Special Guest Fionnán O’Connor
In this episode of Potstilled Live - The Podcast, I am joined by Author, Historian and PhD. Candidate, Fionnán O'Connor, arguably one of the most knowledgable individuals on the history of Irish whiskey to speak about mixed mashbill distillations, variety in the world of poitín as well Ireland's peated future!
Hinch Distillery Releases Beer Cask Finished Whiskey Range
Hinch Distillery’s Craft & Casks is a trio of fine Irish whiskeys that up the flavour game in the segment having been finished using craft beer casks.
Edinburgh Whisky Academy launches Certificate in Irish Whiskey – Authored by Historian, Fionnán O’Connor & Potstilled’s Matt Healy.
The Edinburgh Whisky Academy has launched their certificate in Irish whiskey. This is the most in-depth Irish whiskey course ever produced. It was authored by historian Fionnán O'Connor and Potstilled's Matt Healy.
Potstilled Live – The Podcast! EP 4 – Killowen Distillery Takeover
Potstilled Live is now in PODCAST form! Take your fortnightly Irish whiskey news source on the go with you! Join myself and a new industry guest each episode as we break down the biggest news in Irish whiskey today!
Potstilled Live – The Podcast! EP 3 – With Special Guest Rob Caldwell
Potstilled Live is now in PODCAST form! Take your fortnightly Irish whiskey news source on the go with you! Join myself and a new industry guest each episode as we break down the biggest news in Irish whiskey today!
Potstilled Live – The Podcast! EP 2 – With Special Guest Brendan Carty
Potstilled Live is your fornightly Facebook & Periscope Live Show that bring the latest Irish whiskey news and craic, right to your smart devices. Potstilled Live - The Podcast is the audio recorded version of the live stream shows, that allows you to catch up on the news of the indistry on the go. Each... Continue Reading →
Potstilled Live – The Podcast! EP 1 – With Special Guest Dave Cummins
Potstilled Live is now in PODCAST form! Take your fortnightly Irish whiskey news source on the go with you! Join myself and a new industry guest each episode as we break down the biggest news in Irish whiskey today!
Walsh Whiskey Unveil Writers’ Tears Full Range Rebrand
Walsh Whiskey have unveiled a full product & identity rebrand of their Writers’ Tears Irish Whiskey brand. A bespoke bottle and full cork, shroud and label rebrand offer a fresh new look to the whiskey range.
Episode Q8 – William Stafford – Head Distiller Copeland Distillery
Join me as I sit down with William Stafford, Head Distiller of @CopelandDistill , as he tell us all about the formation of the distillery and the campaigns of Irish whiskey that they are undertaking with their unique distillery set up! Great to record and great listening! Tune in and feel free to share!
Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt – Released
@teelingwhiskey have unveiled their first ever Dublin distilled peated single malt - The Blackpitts - which takes its name from the historic industrial malting area behind the Distillery in D8.
Episode Q7 – Daithí O’Connell – Founder W.D. O’Connell Whiskey Merchants
Join us as we sit down with Daithí O'Connell, founder of W.D. O'Connell whiskey merchants, one of Ireland's most saught after independent bottlers. Daithí speaks to us about the trials and challenges that he faced setting up his independent bottlers and what plans the future holds for him and his company.
W.D. O’Connell Whiskey Merchants to Release Two New Cask Strength Offerings
@oconnellwhiskey have released two new cask strength whiskeys to build on their portfolio of independently bottled Irish whiskeys. Read all about their CS deliciousness inside!
Whiskey of the Month July – Legendary Dark Silkie
Potstilled’s Whiskey of the Month July 2020 - Sliabh Liagh Distiller’s Legendary Dark Silkie. A peated blended whiskey with an incredibly interesting flavour profile.
Killowen 10 YO Bonded Experimental Series – Peated Islay Cask Finish – 55.4% ABV
Killowen are back with their Bonded Experimental Collection with a new Peated Islay Cask. Showcasing a light peat influence into their signature 10 year old blend
Episode Q6 – Seamus Lowry – Bushmills
Potstilled Radio Ep Q6 with Seamus Lowry of Bushmills Distillery as he takes us through his history with the brand in Ireland, under Pernod & Cuervo and how the portfolio is developing
The Irish Whiskey Musuem Launches ‘Lock-in’ Online Tastings
The Irish Whiskey Musueum launch their new online 'Lock-in' tasting sessions, taking place each Friday from 8-9pm Irish, with internactive history and tasting format. Deliveries in Dublin area only for time being.
Redbreast Dream Cask 28 Year Ballot Goes Live
The ballot for Redbreast's Dream Cask 28 Year old Ruby Port cask finish has now gone live. Find out all the details about this year's release and where you can sign up to be a part of the ballot here.