Minister Jack Chambers was on hand to officially open the Croithlí Distillery, much to the excitement of Donegal residents.
Located in Croithlí, County Donegal, set between the Wild Atlantic Coast and the majestic Derryveagh mountains including the stunning Errigal, our distillery home is a historic building constructed in 1901.
This beautifully restored stone-cut building houses Donegal’s; first functioning licensed whiskey distillery in 180 years. In keeping with local Gaeltacht distilling tradition, we use direct fired pot stills in our double distillation, sourced in the Cognac region and refurbished to produce beautiful spirit in Croithlí.
Recently opened, the Croithlí distillery experience captures the essence of Donegal Gaeltacht whiskey, generating excited anticipation, appreciation and connection to the people, culture and place that is west Donegal.
Through a stunning audio-visual presentation, stories of local mythology, hardship, and the many past lives of the historic building are told. Donegal’s unique connection to the invention of whiskey is outlined, while the art and science of whiskey making is conveyed by knowledgeable tour guides; satisfying the whiskey enthusiast quest for information yet creates intrigue for those not familiar with whiskey.
Tastings include the new Coillín Darach oak species series – Sessile, Quercus Alba, Quercus Robur, and small batch exclusive releases.
Now open to the public, the tours will commence every 30 minutes lasting approximately 75 minutes. Tour packages range from single to multiple whiskey and new spirit sampling. Pricing for single adults range from €19 to €27 with family and group packages available.
Noreen Boyle, John Joe McGinley and Bella O’Donnell at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
John O’Malley, Brenda O’Malley and Caitlin Devenney and Donnchadh Devenney at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Hugh McCafferty, Donnchadh Ó Baoill, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Morag McCafferty and Niall McCafferty at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Pat the Cope Gallagher, Aisling McCool and Michael McGee at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Seamus O’Galllachoir, John Cassey, Donanchadh Casey and Cathal Cassey at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Cassie Ní Chatháin, Aisling Ní Uiginn and Sinead Ní Ghallachóir at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Seamus O’Galllchoir, Hugh MacSuibhne, Martina NiChanainn and Siubhán Nic Grianna at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Kieran Davis, Conor Mcmenamin, Catherine Greene and John Cassey at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Conor McMenamin, Jack Chambers TD, Kieran Davis, Catherine Greene and Mícheál Ó hÉanaigh, Príomhfheidhmeannach Udaras at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Conor McMenamin, Jack Chambers TD, Kieran Davis, Catherine Greene and Mícheál Ó hÉanaigh, Príomhfheidhmeannach Udaras at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Conor McMenamin, Kieran Davis, Catherine Greene at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery with Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Mícheál Ó hÉanaigh, Príomhfheidhmeannach Údarás Na Gaeltachta at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Guests at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Anna Ní Ghallachair, Cathaoirleach ar Bhord Údarás na Gaeltachta at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport offically opening the Croithlí Distillery on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport offically opening the Croithlí Distillery on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Donnchadh Ó Baoill, Údarás na Gaeltachta at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
Jack Chambers TD, Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs and Sport speaking at the opening of the Croithlí Distillery by on Wednesday last. Photo -Clive Wasson
