Ireland’s whiskey is renowned worldwide and every corner of the island boasts a tipple you should taste. If your visit to Ireland takes you to the west coast, don’t miss the Galway Whiskey Trail which offers the perfect opportunity to discover the city’s vibrant whiskey scene and sip some samples from distinguished Irish distilleries.
The self-guided whiskey tour brings you to 12 locations that have played a significant role in Galway's whiskey heritage and showcases the city's finest whiskey bars and outlets. Each stop along the trail has its own unique charm and story to tell, and whiskey lovers will be captivated by the diverse flavours and warm hospitality they encounter.
In the city’s bustling Latin Quarter, you will be warmly welcomed in Sonny Molloy's to savour a wide selection of premium whiskeys while immersing yourself in the rich history of the iconic Persse Distillery. Molloy’s is also home to Chapters 1, 2, 3 and 4 from Midleton’s Silent Distillery Collection – the rarest Irish whiskey ever produced.
At Freeneys, you can explore an impressive selection of local and international whiskeys in a compact space that until relatively recently also doubled as a general merchant store.
Or pop into The King’s Head, located in an 800-year-old building that retains its medieval windows and fireplace, and sample rare whiskeys from around the world. The pub is also one of Galway’s top music venues.