Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting
Overview
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1 hour 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Midleton Distillery Experience is a fully guided tour which brings the stories of Jameson's rich heritage to life.
You'll learn about the hard working people and field-to-glass processes responsible for the whiskey that bears John Jameson's name. and our portfolio of iconic brands.
Learn about the distillation processes and see the old kilns, mills and casks. Gain insight into the ancient art of making whiskey barrels, before finishing up in the Bar, where you can savor a complimentary cocktail.
Also includes comparative whiskey tasting.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Some of the experience will be outside so please dress accordingly
Tours are subject to availability
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Children can participate when accompanied by an adult
All on same level, no stairs featured in the tour
What To Expect
Midleton Distillery Experience
Located in Midleton, around a 15-minute drive from the city of Cork visitors begin by watching an informative video that will introduce you to the story of Jameson who has been producing Irish whiskey for more than 240 years. Next take a walk through the old distillery in the company of an expert guide. Enter a 19th-century warehouse, which has been carefully restored with original features and now stores casks full of aging whiskey. Finish up in the Jameson Bar, where all participants will get to take part in a comparative tasting. Learn how to distinguish Jameson from different types of whiskey. Everyone in the tour can then savor a complimentary glass of Jameson or a Jameson-based cocktail.The tour concludes here in the bar, where you can indulge in more whiskey tastings. Alternatively, browse the gift store, which stocks exclusive merchandise.
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Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting
What‘s Included
Old Distillery Tour
Guided Tour
Admission ticket to Midleton Distillery
Introduction Video: A Journey through the history of the Jameson brand
Jameson Bar visit with a comparative tutored tasting
Tour of the restored 19th-century Jameson warehouse with aging whiskey casks
Food
Meeting points
Midleton Distillery Experience
Distillery Walk, Old Midleton Distillery Midleton Ireland
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
745 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Must
966juanmanuelv,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just do it!!! This is a great experience you cannot avoid!
Well worth a visit
Littleosteo,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and informative tour. Great setting in the old distillery and a tasting that changed my thoughts on whiskey (my husband is the usual whiskey drinker).
Fun, Flavourful and Educational
Kex1963,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent, Informative, friendly and Professional.
Great Tour
Wander21915300120,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cameron gave an excellent tour. Highly recommend.
Could not ask for a better tour!!
G5553YTlauras,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The staff was amazing... incredible first impression, right at the check in desk, and it only got better from there. The information, passion and love of what they all do comes through in every interaction. We were so well cared for and treated like family. Amazing experience and would definitely do this again!!
Slainté & well worth it!
toddbQ887SY,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As a fan of the Midleton brands, seeing the facilities was something of a pilgrimage. The experience was very well curated, with very reasonable sized groups. Our guide was fun, knowledgable and gracious. The tasting room and shop area were very impressive. So happy to have visited.
Midleton Distillery Experience is a MUST!
thetravelingslaters,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such an amazing time at the Midleton Distillery in Cork! This is where ALL the Jameson has been made since 1975! Our tour guide Daniel was very knowledgeable and ensured our experience even with our 2 kids was phenomenal. There is a cafe on site if you are hungry as well. Go mid-week to avoid the big crowds and enjoy some local Irish whiskey history!
Great experience!
Gilda H,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was informative, interesting, and casual. Very well done! Daniel made is easy to ask questions and was very friendly.
Try the Reserve it’s worth it!
P1709XBbeckys,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was nice to see the original buildings and operations and learn how the whiskey is made. We opted for the premium tasting and it was worth the small up-charge in my opinion. The staff are so knowledgeable as well so when trying to decide on the perfect bottle to take home they were very helpful. They even gave us extra packaging to help protect our bottles for the journey back to the states.
A Must see at Midleton Whiskey
mstarling,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I have been to many distilleries, including the Dublin Jameson experience, the Kentucky Bourbon trail, and Jack Daniels. However, the Midleton experience has been our most memorable! Our guide was a wealth of knowledge, engaged all of the guests in our group so that no one felt like a stranger. We had the upgraded tasting, which was very nice. To top it all off, we ended the tour with a lovely cocktail (part of our ticket price) and then purchased a lovely lunch at the cafe.
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