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Guided tour
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Go behind the scenes on the ultimate 2-hour and 45-minute whiskey journey, offering rare access to Midleton’s fully functioning production facilities.
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Explore the Garden Still House and the operational Micro-Distillery to see exactly how every drop of this world-renowned Irish whiskey is produced.
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Step inside the Live Maturation Warehouse for an exclusive cask drawing, where you will taste a premium blend served directly from the wooden barrel.
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Deepen your expertise with a curated premium whiskey tasting featuring a range of prestigious expressions crafted on-site at the Midleton Distillery.
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Entry to Midleton Distillery
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2.45-hour guided tour
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Exclusive access to the Garden Still House, the Micro-Distillery, and the Live Maturation Warehouse
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Premium whiskey tasting
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Exclusive cask tasting straight from the barrel
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Go beyond the bottle and step into the role of a maker with the most comprehensive behind-the-scenes journey available at Midleton Distillery.
Getting started
Arrive at the main entrance of Midleton Distillery in Co. Cork, where your guide will greet you and validate your booking. After a brief introduction and safety overview, you’ll set off to explore the heart of this working distillery.
What to expect
Midleton Distillery
This 2-hour and 45-minute deep-dive takes you past the usual tourist paths and directly into the working heart of whiskey production. You will shadow the process from grain to glass, traversing the Garden Still House, the Micro-Distillery, and the aromatic maturation warehouses to see exactly how the world’s most famous Irish whiskeys are crafted.
Features:
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Production facility access: Gain exclusive entry to the live Garden Still House and the Micro-Distillery to observe the daily operations and essential actions of the distilling team.
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Warehouse facility visit: Step inside the functioning warehouse to learn the science of wood and time, surrounded by thousands of ageing barrels, where whiskey ages in oak casks and develops its signature character.
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Cask sampling: Experience a rare "valinch" tasting, where you will sample premium whiskey drawn directly from a cask in the warehouse.
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Premium guided tasting: Conclude your apprenticeship with a curated flight of Midleton’s most prestigious whiskeys, led by an expert who explains the nuances of every sip.
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Expert-led tour: Your guide brings the distillery’s history and craftsmanship to life, answering questions and sharing insider knowledge throughout the experience.
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What to bring
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Bring a valid photo ID to verify your age at entry, as guests must be 18 years or older.
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Wear comfortable shoes, as the tour involves walking through production and warehouse facilities.
What’s not allowed
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Guests under the age of 18 are not permitted on this experience.
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Photography is not allowed in certain production zones for safety and confidentiality reasons; please follow staff instructions.
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Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the distillery.
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Due to venue restrictions, your pets cannot tag along.
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Outside food and beverages are not permitted.
Accessibility
- This experience may not be fully accessible for guests with limited mobility due to the nature of the production and warehouse areas. Please contact the venue in advance for specific accessibility information.
Additional information
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The tour is only available on Saturdays and Sundays.
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Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
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Alcoholic beverages may be offered, subject to local laws and age restrictions. Valid ID must be presented. Please drink responsibly.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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