Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting

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About this activity

The Midleton Distillery Experience is a fully guided tour which brings the stories of Jameson's rich heritage to life.

You'll learn about the hard working people and field-to-glass processes responsible for the whiskey that bears John Jameson's name. and our portfolio of iconic brands.

Learn about the distillation processes and see the old kilns, mills and casks. Gain insight into the ancient art of making whiskey barrels, before finishing up in the Bar, where you can savor a complimentary cocktail.

Also includes comparative whiskey tasting.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Jameson Distillery Bow St.

Ages: Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Old Distillery Tour
Included: Guided Tour
Included: Admission ticket to Midleton Distillery
Included: Introduction Video: A Journey through the history of the Jameson brand
Included: Jameson Bar visit with a comparative tutored tasting
Included: Tour of the restored 19th-century Jameson warehouse with aging whiskey casks

Not included

Not included: Food

Itinerary

Midleton Distillery Experience

Admission included

Located in Midleton, around a 15-minute drive from the city of Cork visitors begin by watching an informative video that will introduce you to the story of Jameson who has been producing Irish whiskey for more than 240 years. Next take a walk through the old distillery in the company of an expert guide. Enter a 19th-century warehouse, which has been carefully restored with original features and now stores casks full of aging whiskey.

Finish up in the Jameson Bar, where all participants will get to take part in a comparative tasting. Learn how to distinguish Jameson from different types of whiskey. Everyone in the tour can then savor a complimentary glass of Jameson or a Jameson-based cocktail.The tour concludes here in the bar, where you can indulge in more whiskey tastings. Alternatively, browse the gift store, which stocks exclusive merchandise.