Distillery Tours in Belfast

Connoisseur Distillery Tour & Private Tastings

McConnell's Distillery

0.9 mile from Belfast centre

Take your whisky tasting up a level with a guided distillery tour and a private tasting of premium Irish whiskies.

You’ll learn more about the origins of Irish whiskey and get a closer look at the distilling process before heading to a private tasting room. Here, you’ll sample a selection of rare and unreleased whisky expressions that aren’t usually available to try.

A great choice for groups looking to discover more about Irish whiskey while tasting something a little different.

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McConnell's Distillery

0.9 mile from Belfast centre

Explore a working whisky distillery set inside the transformed A-Wing of a historic former gaol. Your guided tour takes you through the story of Irish whisky, from its heritage to the modern-day distilling process. Get a closer look at how the whisky is made before finishing with a tasting of award-winning Irish whisky.

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Connoisseur Distillery Tour & Private Tastings

Includes: 50-60 minute distillery Tour; Welcome drink: McConnell’s 5yr & Ginger Ale; Tasting of five McConnell’s Spirits; Dram 1: McConnell’s Single Malt New Make Spirit; Dram 2: McConnell’s 5yr Old Blend; Dram 3: McConnell’s Sherry Cask Finish; Dram 4: McConnell’s Sherry Cask Finish (Cask Strength); Dram 5: McConnell’s Old Cromac Collection, Distillery Exclusive, 20yr Old Single Malt, Tawny Port

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Take your whisky tasting up a level with a guided distillery tour and a private tasting of premium Irish whiskies.

A great choice for groups looking to discover more about Irish whiskey while tasting something a little different.

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ID Required: Photo ID

Start Times: Mon to Sun 13:30, 15:00.

Allow: 90 minutes

Runs: 1 Jan - 31 Dec

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McConnell's Distillery

Step inside Belfast’s newest distillery, set in the transformed A-Wing of the historic Crumlin Road Gaol.

An expert host will take you behind the scenes to discover the story of McConnell’s Irish Whisky, a Belfast brand dating back to 1776. You’ll hear about its roots in the city, see how the whisky is made and get an up-close look at the distilling process.

The tour finishes with a tasting of McConnell’s Irish Whisky, giving you the chance to sample the finished product for yourself.

There’s also a café, bar and shop on site, while The Long Serve Bar offers a hands-on cocktail experience. Guided by the resident mixologists, you can learn how to make long serves and McConnell’s cocktails before enjoying your creations.

Access: Wheelchair access; Disabled toilets
Parking: Free carpark
Food & Drink: Bar
Opening Times: 9:30 - 17:30 · Mon - Sun · Jan - Dec

Distillery Tours in Belfast