Michael Flatley has launched Flatley Whiskey 'The Dreamer’, his first signature Irish whiskey from a series of special blends. Crafted in partnership with Ireland’s esteemed Master Blender Noel Sweeney and distilled at the Great Northern Distillery, this premium 5-year-old whiskey embodies the spirit of dreams, passion, and mastery. Flatley was meticulously involved with the whole process, [...]
Diageo’s decision to increase the price of a pint is the latest hammer blow to the pub trade and underlines the need for Government to introduce further supports for a sector experiencing unprecedented costs pressures, says the Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI). Diageo’s announcement of a 6-cent increase in the price of a pint comes on the [...]
HYDE No. 11 – ‘The Peat Cask Whiskey’ has been honoured with the top award in Jim Murray’s legendary whisky bible. HYDE No. 11 – ‘The Peat Cask Whiskey’ is part of is a distinguished collection of premium spirits created by HYDE Irish Whiskey. Each expression is matured to perfection amidst the gentle and uniquely [...]
Poitín has long been denied its rightful place alongside the best signature spirits in the world. But that is all set to change as Mad March Hare, the No 1 Poitín brand, ramps up their campaign to take Poitín global, and earn it the recognition it deserves! The mission to celebrate our uniquely Irish spirit, [...]
Government must address runaway costs that are threatening small businesses in the hospitality sector, says the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI). Pubs, which play such a vital role in local communities across the country, are facing an enormous cost burden that threatens to permanently damage the trade. The VFI was responding to the publication of [...]
As the country prepares to turn green for St. Patrick’s Day, Ahascragh Distillery in Galway has announced a significant milestone for sustainability in the Irish drinks industry with the introduction of Ireland’s first zero energy emissions spirit. ‘New Born’, the first new-make spirit from Ahascragh Distillery can be classified as zero energy emissions as fossil fuels [...]
Hendrick’s GRAND CABARET is a new limited release gin for dreamers, artists and free-spirited souls. It is inspired by a historic fruit-based libation that was in vogue in Paris in the early 20th Century. Imbued with untamed exuberance and poetry, Hendrick’s Grand Cabaret boasts a rich ensemble of bright flavours that seduce the senses. It’s [...]
We are thrilled to announce the much-awaited results of this year’s Bar Awards! After an intense selection process and careful consideration by our esteemed panel of judges, we have now chosen the best of the best in the bar industry.We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners. Your passion and hard work have made [...]
Staff at the Metropole Hotel are putting final preparations in place for this weekend’s Cork Oyster Shucking Championship, which will include a demonstration from world record oyster shucker Paddy McMurray. Local drinks distributor Barry & Fitzwilliam and Murphy’s Irish Stout have come on board and are sponsoring the event, which is part of the Cork [...]
Almost three-quarters of publicans outside Dublin say turnover is now similar or greater than pre-Covid, with many expected to upgrade their pubs in the coming year. A new survey shows the vast majority are confident about the future of their bars, despite the spiralling cost of energy, insurance and other operating expenses. The research for [...]
