Visiting the Limerick region and looking for an attraction dedicated to whiskey? We recommend the Limerick Whiskey Experience, a must-see for any whiskey lover wishing to discover the secrets of Irish savoir-faire. This attraction lets you taste the best local whiskies, while discovering some of the region’s finest distilleries and Irish pubs! All you have to do is follow the guide, listen to his anecdotes and immerse yourself in the atmosphere!
To do the Limerick Whiskey Experience
A region closely linked with Irish whiskey
Located in southwest Ireland, Limerick is a historic city that has undergone many changes over the centuries.
Long renowned for its economic and cultural dynamism, the city now stands out for its openness to gastronomic experiences and its love of whiskey.
The art of distillation has a special place in Irish culture, and Limerick is no exception: here you can discover traditional techniques still being perpetuated today, while enjoying modern facilities designed to offer visitors a total immersion in the world of whiskey.
The Limerick Whiskey Experience
If you’d like to discover this very special world, we recommend the Limerick Whiskey Experience. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of its own, shaped by centuries of tradition and cherished family secrets.
The attraction offers 2 possible visits:
- The Grain to Glass Walking Tour (25 euros) : a walking tour, accompanied by a storyteller who will introduce you to the stories and legends surrounding the art of distilling in Limerick. The program includes a half-pint of Guinness, a tour of historic sites, an introduction to Irish whiskey, and the tour ends with an Irish coffee in a typical Irish pub.
- The Whiskey Wonderland Tasting Experience (45€) : It’s a progressive journey, designed to help you taste the very best of local whiskies. Several venues in Limerick offer workshops led by experts, where you’ll learn to recognize the different aromatic notes (woody, fruity, spicy…) and specificities of each whiskey category. These fun and instructive sessions will also help you understand the difference between a blend and a single malt, and decipher labels to help you choose the right bottles. It all starts at Peggy’s Whiskey Parour in Mother Macs. Discover original flavors, tasting tips and fascinating information about the world of distilling! Improve your whisky knowledge, take advantage of pairing tips, and even learn to design your own cocktails!
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