Summer is here and what better way to celebrate than with a refreshing tequila cocktail? 818 Tequila, the brainchild of Kendall Jenner, isn't just another celebrity spirit – it's a collection of three distinct expressions made from 100% Blue Weber Agaves, sourced from the Los Valles region in Jalisco, Mexico. The agaves are nurtured for at least 7 years to reach peak maturity before being cooked for over 30 hours to extract their unique flavour, followed by 70 hours of fermentation before ..read more

  As the Fourth of July approaches, there’s no better time to celebrate American heritage with one of the nation’s most iconic spirits: whiskey.   From the robust, smoky flavours of Tennessee whiskey to the rich, caramel notes of Kentucky bourbon, these spirits have become as much a part of American culture as the stars and stripes. Bourbon, often hailed as “America’s Native Spirit,” has a deep-rooted history dating back to the late 18th century, symbolizing the pioneering spirit of the ear ..read more

Whisk(e)y is a spirit celebrated worldwide, with its production spanning over 100 countries. From historic American whiskey to sophisticated Japanese whisky , to innovative Indian distilleries , and refined French whiskey , each region brings its unique flair and expertise to the world stage. At the Celtic Whiskey Shop , we are passionate about sharing our knowledge and enthusiasm for this wonderful spirit, which is why we have curated a collection that spans the globe, providing whis ..read more

Are you looking for a new Irish whiskey to try? If you are a fan of Redbreast, the award-winning range from Midleton Distillery in Cork, you will be delighted to hear that they have launched a new product: the Tawny Port Edition. This limited edition release features a small batch of 8-10 year old Redbreast whiskey that has been re-casked and finished in Tawny Port Hogshead from the Iberian peninsula.    The result is a stunning whiskey that combines Redbreast's signature smoothness and spice ..read more

If we know anything at Celtic Whiskey Shop, it’s whiskey! A big question we get asked is what’s the difference between Irish whiskey and Scotch whisky. Besides each drink being exclusively from their eponymous country, there’s a big difference in how they’re made, distilled and even their history.  History The word 'whiskey' (or whisky) comes from the Irish ‘uisce beatha’ which means ‘water of life’. Irish whiskey was one of the earliest distilled drinks in Europe, which was invented around th ..read more

Burns Night Celebrations The tradition of the Robbie Burns Dinner began five years after his death when a group of his devoted friends hosted a dinner to celebrate his life and work. The tradition rapidly caught on and was held around January 25th his birthday. That date, often referred to as Robert Burns Day, has become Scotland’s unofficial National Day. Garnering much more popularity then the official St. Andrews day!  Now how to celebrate Robbie Burns Night? Traditionally it would be marke ..read more

FATHER'S DAY GIFT IDEAS Posted by: Hannah on 14th June 2023 Category: Sláinte Father’s Day is fast approaching and we believe in sticking to the tried and true with something that's always appreciated, a drop of the good stuff! We’ve put together a few categories so all budgets are catered for. As always we’re on hand here in Dawson Street if you have any questions or need steering in the right direction call in for a chat! Treat Dad or that father figure in your life in style this year to s ..read more

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