The Whiskey Trail

About This Tour

The Whiskey Trail is built on the idea that you cannot truly understand Irish whiskey without understanding the city that made it famous. Led by Grainne and her team of local guides, this three-hour walking tour takes you through Dublin’s streets, stopping at three carefully chosen whiskey bars where the stories behind each dram are as important as the liquid in the glass.

At each stop, you taste a different style of Irish whiskey - single malt, single pot still, and blended - paired with local food that draws out the flavour in ways you would not expect. The guides are proper storytellers, weaving together the history of each distillery, the quirks of each pub, and the broader story of how whiskey shaped Dublin’s culture. Between tastings, you walk through historic streets and hidden corners of the city, learning about landmarks that most visitors miss entirely.

What sets this apart from other Dublin whiskey tours is the personal touch. The group sizes are small, the guides know the bartenders by name, and the bars are chosen for character rather than convenience. This is not a mass-market crawl - it is a proper introduction to Irish whiskey, delivered by people who genuinely care about the spirit and the city.

What’s Included

• Three whiskey tastings at authentic Dublin whiskey bars
• Local Irish food pairings at each stop
• Expert local guide throughout the tour
• Walking tour of Dublin’s historic landmarks and hidden gems

What’s Not Included

• Additional drinks beyond the included tastings
• Transport to the meeting point

Good to Know

• The tour lasts approximately 3 hours with walking between stops
• Wear comfortable shoes - you will cover around 2 km on foot
• Over 18s only
• Small group sizes for a more personal experience
• Meeting point is in Dublin city centre - exact location provided on booking