Micil Distillery Experience 2 - Gin, Poitín and Whiskey

5.0
(285 reviews)

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step inside Galway cities only working distillery & discover the fascinating story of Ireland’s original spirit, poitín – outlawed here for over 300 years. Learn the real history of poitín and whiskey, how they’re made, and what makes Micil’s spirits so unique.

Your guide will take you on a journey from the hills of South Connemara, where our founder first distilled poitín in a small stillhouse, to today’s distillery, run by his great-great-great-grandson. Along the way, you’ll hear daring, funny and heartfelt stories from our family’s illicit past, while experiencing the sights, sounds and smells of a working distillery.

The tour includes three guided tastings from our award-winning portfolio – a poitín, a whiskey and a gin – distilled right here around you. It’s an entertaining, hands-on experience that blends heritage, craftsmanship and flavour, and one that every curious visitor to Galway should experience.

What's Included

Poitín and Whiskey Tasting Experience
Professional tour guide
Food, however Oslo Bar serves food daily

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
The Oslo Bar

Come to the Oslo Bar in Salthill. Come into the bar, walk towards the back and we are up the stairs to your left!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
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    Micil Distillery

    A fascinating look at Galway's first working distillery in over 100 years

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Gift shop is available at the distillery
  • Minimum age to taste alcohol is 18 years
  • The distillery can be a little chilly sometimes, so best to bring a jacket
Supplied by Micil Distillery

Tags

Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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