Minister Jack Chambers was on hand to officially open the Croithlí distillery, much to the delight of the people of Donegal.
Located in Croithlí, County Donegal, between the rugged Atlantic coast and the majestic mountains of Derryveagh, including the magnificent Errigal, our distillery is a historic building built in 1901.
This beautifully restored stone building is home to Donegal’s; first licensed whiskey distillery in operation for 180 years. In keeping with the local Gaeltacht distilling tradition, we use direct fire pot stills in our double distillation, sourced from the Cognac region and refurbished to produce fine spirit in Croithlí.
Recently opened, the Croithlí Distillery Experience captures the essence of Donegal Gaeltacht whisky, generating enthusiastic anticipation, appreciation and connection with the people, culture and place that lies west of Donegal.
Through a stunning audio-visual presentation, stories about local mythology, hardships and the historic building’s many past lives are told. Donegal’s unique connection to the invention of whiskey is portrayed, while the art and science of whiskey making is taught by knowledgeable tour guides; Satisfy whiskey enthusiasts’ quest for information while creating intrigue for those unfamiliar with whiskey.
Tastings include the new series of Coillín Darach oak species – Sessile, Quercus Alba, Quercus Robur and exclusive small batch releases.
Now open to the public, tours will begin every 30 minutes and last approximately 75 minutes. Tour packages range from single to multiple whiskey and sampling new spirits. Prices for single adults range from €19 to €27 with family and group packages available.
Noreen Boyle, John Joe McGinley and Bella O’Donnell during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport, last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
John O’Malley, Brenda O’Malley and Caitlin Devenney and Donnchadh Devenney during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Hugh McCafferty, Donnchadh Ó Baoill, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Morag McCafferty and Niall McCafferty during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Pat the Cope Gallagher, Aisling McCool and Michael McGee at the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport, last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Seamus O’Galllachoir, John Cassey, Donanchadh Casey and Cathal Cassey during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Cassie Ní Chatháin, Aisling Ní Uiginn and Sinead Ní Ghallachóir at the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport, last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Seamus O’Galllchoir, Hugh MacSuibhne, Martina NiChanainn and Siubhán Nic Grianna during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport, last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Kieran Davis, Conor Mcmenamin, Catherine Greene and John Cassey during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport, last Wednesday. Photo -Clive Wasson
Conor McMenamin, Jack Chambers TD, Kieran Davis, Catherine Greene and Mícheál Ó hÉanaigh, Príomhfheidhmeannach Udaras during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Conor McMenamin, Jack Chambers TD, Kieran Davis, Catherine Greene and Mícheál Ó hÉanaigh, Príomhfheidhmeannach Udaras during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Conor McMenamin, Kieran Davis, Catherine Greene at the opening of Croithlí Distillery with Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Mícheál Ó hÉanaigh, Príomhfheidhmeannach Údarás Na Gaeltachta during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport, last Wednesday. Photo -Clive Wasson
Guests at the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport Jack Chambers TD last Wednesday. Photo -Clive Wasson
at the opening of the Croithlí distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport, last Wednesday. Photo -Clive Wasson
Anna Ní Ghallachair, Cathaoirleach ar Bhord Údarás na Gaeltachta during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport, officially opened the Croithlí Distillery last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport, officially opened the Croithlí Distillery last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Donnchadh Ó Baoill, Údarás na Gaeltachta during the opening of Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
Gaeltacht Minister of State for Business and Sport Jack Chambers TD speaking at the opening of Croithlí Distillery last Wednesday. Photo – Clive Wasson
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