The Jameson Distillery in Ireland has two visitor locations: the original site on Bow Street in Dublin and the current production home in Midleton, County Cork. Both offer tours, tastings, and classes for whiskey enthusiasts and casual visitors.
Visit The Home Of Jameson Irish Whiskey
Tasting Ireland’s national drink is one way to get to know the country’s culture and its people.
Where Is The Jameson Distillery?
Two distilleries can be found in Ireland. The most visited is the Old Jameson Distillery on Bow Street in Dublin; the other is in Midleton in County Cork. Both offer tours for liquor connoisseurs and tourists.
Dublin, Where It All Began...
This is where it all began for Jameson Irish Whiskey, though it is no longer the source of production. It is now the live maturation warehouse.
Here you can taste whiskey while learning about the process and history. This location offers a tour and several classes.
How long does the Jameson Distillery tour take? That depends on the tour, class, or experience you book.
Tour The First Home Of Jameson Whiskey
Bow St. Experience
The Bow St. Experience is the basic tour that follows the process and walks you through an in-depth history of Jameson Whiskey. It runs about 40 minutes and includes a comparative whiskey tasting and a comped drink at JJ’s bar.
Secret Whiskey Tasting
The Secret Whiskey Tasting tour is different. A Jameson Ambassador escorts you to John Jameson's private office, where you'll learn about the man behind the myth and taste four Jameson whiskeys, including two available only at the distillery. This tour takes about 40 minutes.
Cask Draw Experience
In the Cask Draw Experience, you enter the heart of the Jameson Warehouse, learn about the maturation process, and taste one of Jameson’s aged whiskeys straight from the cask. This tour takes 20 minutes and is led by a Jameson Brand Ambassador.
Whiskey Shakers Class
If you enjoy mixing drinks, the Whiskey Shakers Class is for you. Everything is provided, and in this one-hour class you'll learn to make three cocktails.
Whiskey Maker's Class
If you've ever wanted to blend your own whiskey, this class is a must. You'll visit the maturation warehouse, sample different whiskeys, learn how to taste them, and blend your own whiskey to take home. This whiskey blending class takes about 90 minutes.
Getting to the Jameson Distillery in Dublin
Getting to the Jameson Distillery in Dublin is easy.
Travel By Bus
A hop-on/hop-off bus stops very near the distillery.
Travel By Tram
The LUAS tram system has a stop within walking distance.
Hours of Operation
Dublin Bow St. Distillery
Official opening hours are:
Sunday: 11:45am–6:00pm last tour
Monday–Thursday: 10:00am–6:00pm last tour
Friday–Saturday: 10:00am–6:30pm last tour
Bar and gift shop closes at 7:00pm Sunday–Thursday and 8:00pm Friday–Saturday.
Tour availability changes seasonally; check the booking section for current times. No separate winter hours are listed.
Midleton, The Distillery's New Home
Midleton is where actual production occurs. Adding Midleton, Cork into your Ireland plans is worthwhile.
Tour Bundle
If you're staying in Cork, a bus will take you to the distillery and through the main tour.
Distillery Tour
This 75-minute guided tour takes you through the distillery buildings and includes a complimentary glass of Jameson at the end.
Cask Opening Experience
You head to the maturation warehouse to open casks and try premium Jameson Whiskey. This is a 30-minute tour.
For ticket prices for these tours in the Midleton distillery, check their website.
Getting to the Midleton Distillery
The Midleton Distillery is located at Distillery Walk, Midleton, Co. Cork.
Travel by Train
A train regularly runs to Midleton from Cork City.
Travel by Jameson Bus
The Jameson Bus departs from Alfred Street in Cork City Center and takes you directly to the distillery.
Travel by Public Bus
A public bus drops you at the bottom of distillery walk.
For more directions, visit their plan your visit page.
Midleton Distillery Hours
Check the official website for current opening hours, as no fixed seasonal hours are documented for Midleton.
Check here for specific times for the tours.
Last Call
Now that you have what you need to visit the Jameson Distillery, book that plane ticket. When you arrive, raise your glass and learn about Ireland's famous liquor.
Experience everything the Jameson Distillery has to offer and blend in like a local.
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