Belfast: Explore McConnells Rare Premium Belfast Whisky Tasting
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Extended Access: 90-minutes of immersion.
Expert Led: Led by our Whisky specialists.
Private Tasting Suite: Escape the crowds into an intimate, high-end environment within the prisons historic A-Wing.
The Collectors Advantage: Exclusive opportunity to buy Distillery exclusive release with personalised advice from your guide.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Alcoholic beverage (18+ older) restrictions applies
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Experience our elevated premium tour. While others finish their journey at the main bar, you will be welcomed to our Private Tasting Suite. Here, under the guidance of our Whisky Specialist, you will explore the evolution of McConnell's from its 1776 roots to its modern-day 'super premium' revivals. Taste Rare and super premium distillery exclusives. The Premium experience includes 5 pours. The Heritage: Start with our "New Make" spirit, straight off the stills, right here in Belfast. The Icons: The award winning 5-year-old and the rich Sherry Cask finish. The Premium Revival: Sample rare, aged distillery exclusive, World Whiskies Award Winning McConnell’s Old Cromac Collection,20 year-old Single Malt, Tawny Port Finish followed by our Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish. Hear the untold stories. Learn about the 1909 Great fire that nearly silenced the brand forever and the secret blending techniques that made McConnell's the Whisky of choice in the early 20th century rumoured to have been served on board the Titanic!
What‘s Included
A Welcome drink & 5- Dram tastings included
McConnell's Distillery tour
Guide
No food included
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Belfast: Explore McConnells Rare Premium Belfast Whisky Tasting
Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mc Connel’s Distillery Tour
274yoannc,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent time spent at Mc Connel’s distillery An atypical place full of memories .... A must-see visit to Belfast!!!!! Thank you for the welcome.
Unique experience
dorianec871,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A visit of great quality! An exceptional tasting ... Perfect.
Amazing Tour
emilyjH6362UN,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sam our tour guide was absolutely phenomenal! Never have I met someone more passionate and enthusiast about their job. Her never ending knowledge and ability to simplify the tour into easy to understand concepts made it incredible. The building and the care of restoration and innovation was phenomenal. Definitely a must see (either Sam or the building lol). The tasting at the end was the cherry (cask) on top. Delicious whiskeys with so many tasting notes. 10/10
Great afternoon out
Q1779GJphilipt,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was well set up and very folded about the history was brilliant
What a legend!
jameshS446HE,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was great. Sam was engaging, informative and funny. A legendary tour guide. I'd definitely encourage people to do the premium tour because the additional whiskies are incredible. I love the history and how they have kept the legacy of the distillery and the prison building in which it now sits. A must do for anyone in Belfast.
Great whisky tour. Definitely recommend!
markcU8357SG,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous tour! Some interesting history to go with great whisky in a very unique building. Sam is a legend and a great tour guide. Will definitely be back again in future.
Five star service!
Relax40615733601,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent work, I recommend!
Little bit of history and some whisky!
lowellk695,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amanda our tour guide was great! Fun, informative, and kept a slightly rowdy group of bachelors in check. Lovely to see how a historic site once gloomy place has been transformed and repurposed into a vibrant beautiful distillery. Highly recommended!
Natalie was absolutely amazing!!
R3222GWliamc,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My favourite part of our Belfast trip! Natalie was an asset to your company, give that girl a raise!
Highly recommended.
thepaulitician,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour and exceptional tasting. Eoin led a wonderful tour and was very knowledgeable. Had another whisky in the bar after which was also great.
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